HMIP Academic Insights Paper - Professionalism in Probation by Dr Matt Tidmarsh
"This report was kindly produced by Dr Matt Tidmarsh, reviewing the literature on ‘professionalism’ and applying it to the probation service. After years of instability, the recent unification of the service provides an opportunity to refocus on the professional status of practitioners. It is vital that there is sufficient recruitment and that staff then benefit from ongoing investment, developing their professional knowledge, expertise and autonomy, so that they are able to deliver a high-quality service.”
Foreword by Dr Robin Moore Head of Research at HMIP November 2022