Visits Centre Assistant Location : HMP Leyhill Job Type: Part time, 7 hours per week (weekend working) Contract Type: Permanent Salary : £23,810 per annum FTE (£4,444.50 per annum pro rata) Benefits : Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Assurance, Season Ticket Loan, EAP Scheme As Visits Centre Assistant you will provide support to families visiting loved ones in the Visitor Centre, visitor centre services include play and children s services, and a catering service. You will work as one of their Family team, you will be based primarily in the prison's visitor centre and visits hall providing support, advice and guidance to families visiting prisoners, facilitating prison visits and family days and supporting the play service. A Visits Centre Assistant provides support to families visiting loved ones in the Visitor Centre. Visitor centre services include play and children s services, and a catering service. About You: To be successful in this role you will have experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging environment, ideally involving offenders and/or their families. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding work load. You will have the ability to contribute to planning and development of their family work and also have knowledge of safeguarding/child protection practice. Furthermore, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in build partnerships with a range of agencies. What They Offer: They offer a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, eye care vouchers, generous annual leave plus more. You will have the opportunity to attend internal training events to further develop yourself as an effective support work and you will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. How to apply: If you feel you meet the requirements of this post, please complete an application form by clicking the 'apply now' button. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Other information: They are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. About them Our client is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families. Their vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. They work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. They work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care. Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. They are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. They build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which they work, and on their historic values and ethos developed through their 120+ years of service delivery. You may also have experience in the following: Customer Service, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not For Profit, Catering, Family Services, Food Hygiene, Catering Assistant, Play Support Assistant (Justice Services), Visitor Centre Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Family Engagement Worker, Family Liaison Worker, Safeguarding Support Worker, Offender Family Support Worker etc. REF-
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Visits Centre Assistant Location : HMP Leyhill Job Type: Part time, 7 hours per week (weekend working) Contract Type: Permanent Salary : £23,810 per annum FTE (£4,444.50 per annum pro rata) Benefits : Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Assurance, Season Ticket Loan, EAP Scheme As Visits Centre Assistant you will provide support to families visiting loved ones in the Visitor Centre, visitor centre services include play and children s services, and a catering service. You will work as one of their Family team, you will be based primarily in the prison's visitor centre and visits hall providing support, advice and guidance to families visiting prisoners, facilitating prison visits and family days and supporting the play service. A Visits Centre Assistant provides support to families visiting loved ones in the Visitor Centre. Visitor centre services include play and children s services, and a catering service. About You: To be successful in this role you will have experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging environment, ideally involving offenders and/or their families. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding work load. You will have the ability to contribute to planning and development of their family work and also have knowledge of safeguarding/child protection practice. Furthermore, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in build partnerships with a range of agencies. What They Offer: They offer a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, eye care vouchers, generous annual leave plus more. You will have the opportunity to attend internal training events to further develop yourself as an effective support work and you will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. How to apply: If you feel you meet the requirements of this post, please complete an application form by clicking the 'apply now' button. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Other information: They are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. About them Our client is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families. Their vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. They work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. They work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care. Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. They are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. They build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which they work, and on their historic values and ethos developed through their 120+ years of service delivery. You may also have experience in the following: Customer Service, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not For Profit, Catering, Family Services, Food Hygiene, Catering Assistant, Play Support Assistant (Justice Services), Visitor Centre Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Family Engagement Worker, Family Liaison Worker, Safeguarding Support Worker, Offender Family Support Worker etc. REF-
Substance Misuse Nurse - Band 5 - HMP Send and Coldingley Location: Bisley, Woking Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 depending on experience About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Substance Misuse Service - Band 5, based at HMP Send and Coldingley Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, hea
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Substance Misuse Nurse - Band 5 - HMP Send and Coldingley Location: Bisley, Woking Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 depending on experience About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Substance Misuse Service - Band 5, based at HMP Send and Coldingley Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, hea
Electrician Required - HMP Wakefield Your new company As the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades and support operatives. Hays is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician for HMP Wakefield. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the prison service and can often lead to permanent opportunities. Hours Per Week: 39 Rate: Negotiable PAYE/Umbrella rates available Your new role Planned and preventative electrical maintenance. Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components. Responding to breakdowns, ensuring all work are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner. Actively fault-finding / problem-solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison. Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations. Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations. Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services. What you'll need to succeed Appropriate technical qualifications, e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th OR 19th Edition . Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations. Capable of working at heights. You must be able to pass a full prison security clearance and enhanced DBS (if required). Hays and the MOJ are responsible for organising all security clearances and DBS. You must hold a valid passport or Full Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address. You must have proof of National Insurance and proof of address dated in the past 3 months. All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 2 satisfactory employment references. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Dec 13, 2025
Seasonal
Electrician Required - HMP Wakefield Your new company As the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades and support operatives. Hays is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician for HMP Wakefield. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the prison service and can often lead to permanent opportunities. Hours Per Week: 39 Rate: Negotiable PAYE/Umbrella rates available Your new role Planned and preventative electrical maintenance. Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components. Responding to breakdowns, ensuring all work are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner. Actively fault-finding / problem-solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison. Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations. Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations. Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services. What you'll need to succeed Appropriate technical qualifications, e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th OR 19th Edition . Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations. Capable of working at heights. You must be able to pass a full prison security clearance and enhanced DBS (if required). Hays and the MOJ are responsible for organising all security clearances and DBS. You must hold a valid passport or Full Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address. You must have proof of National Insurance and proof of address dated in the past 3 months. All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 2 satisfactory employment references. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Job Description Role: Prison Security Escort Location: HMP Norwich Standard Rate: 12.70 per hour + 33 days holiday pay Overtime rate: 16.89ph (overtime after 37.5 hours) Duration: Temporary with the potential to be long term Typical hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-17:00 As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, supporting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work. Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to) Checking the identification of the contractors Booking in and out of the contractors Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work Overseeing contractors whilst they are working Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures About You: You will have good communication skills Have excellent attention to detail Be safety conscious Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification) Why should you apply? 33 days holiday per year No experience required Full training provided Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments. If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at HMP Norwich, Knox Rd, Norwich NR1 4LU please apply and we will be in touch. SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.
Dec 13, 2025
Seasonal
Job Description Role: Prison Security Escort Location: HMP Norwich Standard Rate: 12.70 per hour + 33 days holiday pay Overtime rate: 16.89ph (overtime after 37.5 hours) Duration: Temporary with the potential to be long term Typical hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-17:00 As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, supporting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work. Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to) Checking the identification of the contractors Booking in and out of the contractors Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work Overseeing contractors whilst they are working Checking contractor tools are all accounted for prior to leaving work area Using the radio to request permission to move contractors within the prison Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures About You: You will have good communication skills Have excellent attention to detail Be safety conscious Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years Be able to pass security vetting (includes providing references, passing security police checks & providing photo identification) Why should you apply? 33 days holiday per year No experience required Full training provided Access to internal roles within a government facility, often with the potential to apply to permanent positions Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments. If you are interested in this Prison Security Escort position based at HMP Norwich, Knox Rd, Norwich NR1 4LU please apply and we will be in touch. SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.
Emmaus Overview Emmaus is a community that provides accommodation and work for vulnerable people. We are committed to providing support while promoting independence. Staff and volunteers must work closely with Companions while observing appropriate professional boundaries in performing their role. They must also learn and engage with the Emmaus ethos. The key task for this role is to manage a caseload of up to 16 Companions and to ensure that new companions get the information and support they need to help them settle in quickly and easily to the community and to working in our charity shops, warehouse and delivery / collection service. The support worker role is central to the team and close teamwork is essential. The support worker will undertake direct support work with companions. Each companion has a personal support and development plan to help them achieve their personal goals and ambitions, in compliance with our Emmaus ethos, strategic aims, organisational objectives, policies and procedures. Staff are expected to participate in and support solidarity activities undertaken by the Community. Solidarity within the context of Emmaus is the working with groups and individuals towards the alleviation of poverty, social exclusion and suffering, and responding to local, national and international appeals for relief and support. We expect you to carry out your job responsibilities in an environmentally aware manner. Our aim is to ensure all resources are utilised effectively and efficiently. You will be expected to apply sound value for money principles in undertaking purchasing or supply of goods and services. In Emmaus, volunteers are an important resource and make a vital contribution to Emmaus s aim to take action to help disadvantaged people. You will be expected to encourage and support volunteer involvement in our work. Main duties and responsibilities Support for Companions Support a caseload of companions to reach their potential through both practical and emotional support. Tailor support plans to meet individual needs setting goals, assigning actions and taking a holistic view of the person and their wishes. Guide induction and exit processes for companions to ensure that they understand the core principles of the offer at Emmaus and move on to long term, sustainable accommodation after us. Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour as it arises, with consideration to positive conflict resolution.Support with incident response, including responding to risk, e.g. anti-social behaviour, mental health concerns, fire alarms etc. Liaise with external providers (CMHT, GP, DWP, hospitals, probation, prisons, CAB etc) to ensure that specialist advice and guidance is sought where needed. Administrative duties Maintain accurate records in line with internal policy and with consideration for GDPR principles. Perform tasks to support the effective running of the community. Contact external providers to make them aware of who we are and what we do to drive referrals. Provide written updates for key stakeholders and internal meetings. Provide structured support for companions as agreed in the support plan. Participate in an emergency on-call rota to ensure 24/7 support is available for companions where needed. Health and Safety To apply the organisations health and safety policy. To carry out risk assessments as and when required and to ensure actions arising from this are carried out. To ensure that health and safety procedures are understood and followed by all companions. To report any incidents or concerns to the Community Support Manager.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Emmaus Overview Emmaus is a community that provides accommodation and work for vulnerable people. We are committed to providing support while promoting independence. Staff and volunteers must work closely with Companions while observing appropriate professional boundaries in performing their role. They must also learn and engage with the Emmaus ethos. The key task for this role is to manage a caseload of up to 16 Companions and to ensure that new companions get the information and support they need to help them settle in quickly and easily to the community and to working in our charity shops, warehouse and delivery / collection service. The support worker role is central to the team and close teamwork is essential. The support worker will undertake direct support work with companions. Each companion has a personal support and development plan to help them achieve their personal goals and ambitions, in compliance with our Emmaus ethos, strategic aims, organisational objectives, policies and procedures. Staff are expected to participate in and support solidarity activities undertaken by the Community. Solidarity within the context of Emmaus is the working with groups and individuals towards the alleviation of poverty, social exclusion and suffering, and responding to local, national and international appeals for relief and support. We expect you to carry out your job responsibilities in an environmentally aware manner. Our aim is to ensure all resources are utilised effectively and efficiently. You will be expected to apply sound value for money principles in undertaking purchasing or supply of goods and services. In Emmaus, volunteers are an important resource and make a vital contribution to Emmaus s aim to take action to help disadvantaged people. You will be expected to encourage and support volunteer involvement in our work. Main duties and responsibilities Support for Companions Support a caseload of companions to reach their potential through both practical and emotional support. Tailor support plans to meet individual needs setting goals, assigning actions and taking a holistic view of the person and their wishes. Guide induction and exit processes for companions to ensure that they understand the core principles of the offer at Emmaus and move on to long term, sustainable accommodation after us. Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour as it arises, with consideration to positive conflict resolution.Support with incident response, including responding to risk, e.g. anti-social behaviour, mental health concerns, fire alarms etc. Liaise with external providers (CMHT, GP, DWP, hospitals, probation, prisons, CAB etc) to ensure that specialist advice and guidance is sought where needed. Administrative duties Maintain accurate records in line with internal policy and with consideration for GDPR principles. Perform tasks to support the effective running of the community. Contact external providers to make them aware of who we are and what we do to drive referrals. Provide written updates for key stakeholders and internal meetings. Provide structured support for companions as agreed in the support plan. Participate in an emergency on-call rota to ensure 24/7 support is available for companions where needed. Health and Safety To apply the organisations health and safety policy. To carry out risk assessments as and when required and to ensure actions arising from this are carried out. To ensure that health and safety procedures are understood and followed by all companions. To report any incidents or concerns to the Community Support Manager.
Recovery Worker - Peer Support Lead - HMP Wormwood Scrubs Location: Shepherd's Bush Salary: £28,207 per annum About The Role Are you passionate about empowering others, championing lived experience, and shaping meaningful change? Join our dynamic Substance Misuse Service at HMP Wormwood Scrubs and play a key role in transforming recovery pathways for men in custody. Working within the New Models of Care (NMOC) framework, our team delivers trauma-informed, recovery-oriented interventions that support individuals from their first days in custody through to release and resettlement. We work hand-in-hand with healthcare partners to ensure every service user receives holistic, person-centred support. What You ll Do As our Peer Supporter Lead, you ll be the driving force behind peer-led, lived-experience initiatives across the prison. Your role will include: Recruiting, training, and supervising peer supporters and mentors Empowering peer supporters to deliver interventions and wellbeing initiatives across all prison wings Promoting engagement in recovery pathways and strengthening service-user involvement Building effective links between the substance misuse service, healthcare teams, prison staff, and service users Supporting the continued development of the Peer Supporter programme in partnership with healthcare providers What We re Looking For A passionate, motivated individual with experience supporting vulnerable people Someone confident in leading, developing or mentoring others Strong partnership-building skills and a belief in the power of lived experience Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends as part of a rota Willingness to work across sites, including some deployment at HMP Brixton This is a unique opportunity to shape a culture of hope, connection, and shared recovery. By developing the Peer Supporter programme, you will directly influence how service users support one another, build resilience, and take ownership of their wellbeing while in custody. Please note the role includes an Interim allowance of £3000 reviewed every 6-months, basic salary based on 35 hours would be £25,207.00. This interim scheme will be reviewed on 31st March 2026. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Recovery Worker - Peer Support Lead - HMP Wormwood Scrubs Location: Shepherd's Bush Salary: £28,207 per annum About The Role Are you passionate about empowering others, championing lived experience, and shaping meaningful change? Join our dynamic Substance Misuse Service at HMP Wormwood Scrubs and play a key role in transforming recovery pathways for men in custody. Working within the New Models of Care (NMOC) framework, our team delivers trauma-informed, recovery-oriented interventions that support individuals from their first days in custody through to release and resettlement. We work hand-in-hand with healthcare partners to ensure every service user receives holistic, person-centred support. What You ll Do As our Peer Supporter Lead, you ll be the driving force behind peer-led, lived-experience initiatives across the prison. Your role will include: Recruiting, training, and supervising peer supporters and mentors Empowering peer supporters to deliver interventions and wellbeing initiatives across all prison wings Promoting engagement in recovery pathways and strengthening service-user involvement Building effective links between the substance misuse service, healthcare teams, prison staff, and service users Supporting the continued development of the Peer Supporter programme in partnership with healthcare providers What We re Looking For A passionate, motivated individual with experience supporting vulnerable people Someone confident in leading, developing or mentoring others Strong partnership-building skills and a belief in the power of lived experience Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends as part of a rota Willingness to work across sites, including some deployment at HMP Brixton This is a unique opportunity to shape a culture of hope, connection, and shared recovery. By developing the Peer Supporter programme, you will directly influence how service users support one another, build resilience, and take ownership of their wellbeing while in custody. Please note the role includes an Interim allowance of £3000 reviewed every 6-months, basic salary based on 35 hours would be £25,207.00. This interim scheme will be reviewed on 31st March 2026. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Groundwork Instructor Location: CB8 Newmarket Contract: Full-time Monday to Thursday, Fridays half day The Role: We are seeking an experienced Ground Worker who can instruct and mentor/ train disengaged Learners to help them achieve a skills vocational certificate. We will train you to become a Tutor to deliver Streetworks/Groundwork qualifications up to Level 2 within HMP Highpoint. Working with small groups of prison-based learners, you will help develop their skills, knowledge and behaviours while supporting them to work towards long-term personal and career goals. This will support engaging courses that enable learners to achieve their full potential. What Are We Looking For? Level 2 Streetworks/Groundwork qualification Strong work expereince and vocational background with substantial Groundworks industry experience Experience delivering vocational training (Desirable not essential) Teaching or assessing qualification (desirable) Ability to use varied and engaging training methods If you do not currently hold a teaching or assessing qualification, support can be provided to achieve this during your probationary period. About the Organisation The employer is committed to transforming the lives of people with convictions through high-quality education and rehabilitation services in prisons and the community. Their programmes are designed to address the root causes of offending behaviour, helping individuals make positive, lasting changes. With a large and passionate workforce, the organisation partners with specialist agencies and employers to support learners into brighter, more sustainable futures. They are dedicated to fair recruitment practices, champion initiatives that reduce stigma around criminal convictions, and work with employers to build inclusive pathways into work. The organisation also holds a Silver Investors in People accreditation, recognising strong leadership and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing. Benefits Paid Life Event Day each year 30 days annual leave for teaching roles / 25 days for support roles Cycle to Work scheme Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts Employee Assistance Programme Online wellbeing centre Enhanced wedding leave Paid volunteering day each year Enhanced maternity scheme Sharesave scheme Refer-a-Friend reward scheme Holiday purchase scheme Pension scheme Life assurance Please Forward your updated CV and availability for immediate consideration. If you have not heard back within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Groundwork Instructor Location: CB8 Newmarket Contract: Full-time Monday to Thursday, Fridays half day The Role: We are seeking an experienced Ground Worker who can instruct and mentor/ train disengaged Learners to help them achieve a skills vocational certificate. We will train you to become a Tutor to deliver Streetworks/Groundwork qualifications up to Level 2 within HMP Highpoint. Working with small groups of prison-based learners, you will help develop their skills, knowledge and behaviours while supporting them to work towards long-term personal and career goals. This will support engaging courses that enable learners to achieve their full potential. What Are We Looking For? Level 2 Streetworks/Groundwork qualification Strong work expereince and vocational background with substantial Groundworks industry experience Experience delivering vocational training (Desirable not essential) Teaching or assessing qualification (desirable) Ability to use varied and engaging training methods If you do not currently hold a teaching or assessing qualification, support can be provided to achieve this during your probationary period. About the Organisation The employer is committed to transforming the lives of people with convictions through high-quality education and rehabilitation services in prisons and the community. Their programmes are designed to address the root causes of offending behaviour, helping individuals make positive, lasting changes. With a large and passionate workforce, the organisation partners with specialist agencies and employers to support learners into brighter, more sustainable futures. They are dedicated to fair recruitment practices, champion initiatives that reduce stigma around criminal convictions, and work with employers to build inclusive pathways into work. The organisation also holds a Silver Investors in People accreditation, recognising strong leadership and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing. Benefits Paid Life Event Day each year 30 days annual leave for teaching roles / 25 days for support roles Cycle to Work scheme Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts Employee Assistance Programme Online wellbeing centre Enhanced wedding leave Paid volunteering day each year Enhanced maternity scheme Sharesave scheme Refer-a-Friend reward scheme Holiday purchase scheme Pension scheme Life assurance Please Forward your updated CV and availability for immediate consideration. If you have not heard back within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Job Title: Cover Tutor Location: HMP Highpoint Salary: From 30,000 Contract: Permanent Prison-based role requiring full site presence and face-to-face learner engagement. Role Overview: We are recruiting a dedicated Cover Tutor to deliver high-quality education to small groups of learners within a prison setting. This role is challenging yet highly rewarding, playing a vital part in helping individuals develop skills, knowledge, and behaviours that support their long-term goals and reduce re-offending. You will create tailored learning plans, deliver engaging lessons, and provide guidance to help learners overcome barriers and achieve qualifications. This position requires flexibility, resilience, and a passion for motivating individuals in a secure environment. Key Responsibilities: Learner Support & Teaching Delivery Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans linked to employment goals. Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing literacy, numeracy, language, and employability skills. Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression. Provide constructive feedback and adapt curriculum content based on learner feedback. Programme Administration & Compliance Complete all required documentation (registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, awarding body paperwork) in line with contractual deadlines. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards. Meet contractual KPIs and performance targets. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Work with colleagues to support learner progression towards qualifications and employment. Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Criteria: Level 3 English or equivalent. Substantial experience in your subject area. Experience delivering training or education. Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners. Strong communication and facilitation skills. Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection. Desirable Criteria: Full teaching qualification at Level 5 or willingness to work towards (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, DTTLS). Subject specialist qualification. Experience developing curriculum and delivering roll-on, roll-off programmes. Empathy and experience working with disadvantaged groups or in secure environments. Knowledge of OFSTED Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Cover Tutor Location: HMP Highpoint Salary: From 30,000 Contract: Permanent Prison-based role requiring full site presence and face-to-face learner engagement. Role Overview: We are recruiting a dedicated Cover Tutor to deliver high-quality education to small groups of learners within a prison setting. This role is challenging yet highly rewarding, playing a vital part in helping individuals develop skills, knowledge, and behaviours that support their long-term goals and reduce re-offending. You will create tailored learning plans, deliver engaging lessons, and provide guidance to help learners overcome barriers and achieve qualifications. This position requires flexibility, resilience, and a passion for motivating individuals in a secure environment. Key Responsibilities: Learner Support & Teaching Delivery Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans linked to employment goals. Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing literacy, numeracy, language, and employability skills. Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression. Provide constructive feedback and adapt curriculum content based on learner feedback. Programme Administration & Compliance Complete all required documentation (registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, awarding body paperwork) in line with contractual deadlines. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards. Meet contractual KPIs and performance targets. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Work with colleagues to support learner progression towards qualifications and employment. Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Criteria: Level 3 English or equivalent. Substantial experience in your subject area. Experience delivering training or education. Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners. Strong communication and facilitation skills. Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection. Desirable Criteria: Full teaching qualification at Level 5 or willingness to work towards (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, DTTLS). Subject specialist qualification. Experience developing curriculum and delivering roll-on, roll-off programmes. Empathy and experience working with disadvantaged groups or in secure environments. Knowledge of OFSTED Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
An Electrician is required to join a busy maintenance team within a high-security environment. Your new role Electricians play an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prison is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week Monday - Friday + overtime paid for weekend work. You will be responsible for: Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components.Responding to breakdowns, ensuring all work is carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner.Actively fault-finding / problem-solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison.Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations.Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations.Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services.Other tasks as required by the SiteThis role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. What you'll need to succeed Appropriate technical qualifications, e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or aboveBS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition .Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution, and installation and testing.Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations.Capable of working at heights.Ability to work alone and use initiative.In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have IT skills, testing and inspection 2391, experience in fire alarm and CCTV systems plus exposure to working environment up to phase 3 400 volts to help you hit the ground running, although we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Dec 12, 2025
Seasonal
An Electrician is required to join a busy maintenance team within a high-security environment. Your new role Electricians play an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prison is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week Monday - Friday + overtime paid for weekend work. You will be responsible for: Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components.Responding to breakdowns, ensuring all work is carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner.Actively fault-finding / problem-solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison.Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations.Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations.Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services.Other tasks as required by the SiteThis role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. What you'll need to succeed Appropriate technical qualifications, e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or aboveBS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition .Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution, and installation and testing.Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations.Capable of working at heights.Ability to work alone and use initiative.In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have IT skills, testing and inspection 2391, experience in fire alarm and CCTV systems plus exposure to working environment up to phase 3 400 volts to help you hit the ground running, although we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Electrician, North Somerset Magistrates Court, Full-time, temporary with the opportunity to go permanent Your new company North Somerset Magistrates' Court, located in Weston-super-Mare, handles a range of criminal cases and preliminary hearings. The courthouse offers modern facilities including video links, accessible entrances, and dedicated witness support services. It serves the local community by ensuring justice is administered efficiently and fairly in a professional environment. Your new role North Somerset Magistrates Courts has an exciting opportunity to join the facilities team as an Electrician. As part of the Works Department, you will be responsible for both reactive repairs and planned and preventative maintenance as well as installation.Duties include and are not limited to: Maintain and repair electrical systems within the courts' environment.Work as part of a multi-skilled facilities maintenance team.Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.Support the smooth operation of the prison, contributing to a secure and rehabilitative environment.Deal effectively and safely with breakdowns and fault-findingFollowing Health and Safety, Amey policies and regulationsBe involved in survey inspections for quality control, including confined spaces etc All work needs to be recorded and logged.Equipment and services on site where necessaryRequired to carry out various inspections within the works department, including repairs to various assets, building fabric throughout the prison estate, e.g. furniture, internal/external fixtures and fittings, grounds, access and car parking, etc.Team working with various skill levelsSecurity awareness within the prison environmentPromoting a positive health and safety culture across the site, leading by example, including reporting any incidents or near-misses in a timely and effective manner, ensuring all H+S procedures are followed. Full-time hours, Mon-Fri, on-call may be required. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical or equivalent (Must have AM2), 18th Edition. 2391 Test and Inspection is desirable but not required. Ideally, have experience in maintenance, however open to newly qualified. We are looking for someone with a strong sense of team work, attention to detail and security conscious. What you'll get in return A competitive rate of £18.51 per hour plus holiday and the opportunity for a permanent position in the future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Dec 12, 2025
Seasonal
Electrician, North Somerset Magistrates Court, Full-time, temporary with the opportunity to go permanent Your new company North Somerset Magistrates' Court, located in Weston-super-Mare, handles a range of criminal cases and preliminary hearings. The courthouse offers modern facilities including video links, accessible entrances, and dedicated witness support services. It serves the local community by ensuring justice is administered efficiently and fairly in a professional environment. Your new role North Somerset Magistrates Courts has an exciting opportunity to join the facilities team as an Electrician. As part of the Works Department, you will be responsible for both reactive repairs and planned and preventative maintenance as well as installation.Duties include and are not limited to: Maintain and repair electrical systems within the courts' environment.Work as part of a multi-skilled facilities maintenance team.Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.Support the smooth operation of the prison, contributing to a secure and rehabilitative environment.Deal effectively and safely with breakdowns and fault-findingFollowing Health and Safety, Amey policies and regulationsBe involved in survey inspections for quality control, including confined spaces etc All work needs to be recorded and logged.Equipment and services on site where necessaryRequired to carry out various inspections within the works department, including repairs to various assets, building fabric throughout the prison estate, e.g. furniture, internal/external fixtures and fittings, grounds, access and car parking, etc.Team working with various skill levelsSecurity awareness within the prison environmentPromoting a positive health and safety culture across the site, leading by example, including reporting any incidents or near-misses in a timely and effective manner, ensuring all H+S procedures are followed. Full-time hours, Mon-Fri, on-call may be required. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical or equivalent (Must have AM2), 18th Edition. 2391 Test and Inspection is desirable but not required. Ideally, have experience in maintenance, however open to newly qualified. We are looking for someone with a strong sense of team work, attention to detail and security conscious. What you'll get in return A competitive rate of £18.51 per hour plus holiday and the opportunity for a permanent position in the future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Substance Misuse Nurse - Band 5 - HMP Send and Coldingley Location: Bisley, Woking Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 depending on experience About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Substance Misuse Service - Band 5, based at HMP Send and Coldingley Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes. The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment, and re-offending. Role / Team overview As a Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse with The Forward Trust, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, nurse-led clinical and psychosocial interventions to individuals with substance misuse issues in a prison setting. This dynamic and challenging environment offers the opportunity to utilise and expand your nursing skills while making a tangible impact on the lives of those in your care. Key responsibilities Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with substance misuse issues, developing and implementing personalised care plans. Treatment Delivery: Administer and monitor prescribed treatments, including medication-assisted therapies, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, prison staff, and external agencies, to provide holistic care. Health Promotion & Education: Deliver health education and advice to service users, promoting recovery and well-being. Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards. Safeguarding & Risk Management: Identify and address safeguarding concerns, implementing appropriate risk management strategies. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 8-12 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. Person Specification Essential: Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC PIN. Minimum of one year post-registration experience. Experience or a keen interest in substance misuse nursing. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Please note unfortunately we cannot offer any kind of Sponsorship or Visa with this role. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Substance Misuse Nurse - Band 5 - HMP Send and Coldingley Location: Bisley, Woking Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 depending on experience About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Substance Misuse Service - Band 5, based at HMP Send and Coldingley Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes. The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment, and re-offending. Role / Team overview As a Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse with The Forward Trust, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, nurse-led clinical and psychosocial interventions to individuals with substance misuse issues in a prison setting. This dynamic and challenging environment offers the opportunity to utilise and expand your nursing skills while making a tangible impact on the lives of those in your care. Key responsibilities Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with substance misuse issues, developing and implementing personalised care plans. Treatment Delivery: Administer and monitor prescribed treatments, including medication-assisted therapies, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, prison staff, and external agencies, to provide holistic care. Health Promotion & Education: Deliver health education and advice to service users, promoting recovery and well-being. Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards. Safeguarding & Risk Management: Identify and address safeguarding concerns, implementing appropriate risk management strategies. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 8-12 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. Person Specification Essential: Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC PIN. Minimum of one year post-registration experience. Experience or a keen interest in substance misuse nursing. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Please note unfortunately we cannot offer any kind of Sponsorship or Visa with this role. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. JBRP1_UKTJ
Administration Officer Location: HMP Erlestoke, Erlestoke House, Devizes. SN10 5TU Salary: 28,853.57 per annum Contract: Permanent - 39 hrs per week - Mon-Fri Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team at HMP Erlestoke, Category C adult male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Erlestoke runs like a self-contained city/town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Administration Officer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Administration Officer with a combination of: - Experience in using a variety of IT systems including CAFM - Experience in a busy office environment - Experience of working without supervision - Knowledge of IT systems - Up to date First Aid qualification - Administrative experience If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Administration Officer Location: HMP Erlestoke, Erlestoke House, Devizes. SN10 5TU Salary: 28,853.57 per annum Contract: Permanent - 39 hrs per week - Mon-Fri Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team at HMP Erlestoke, Category C adult male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Erlestoke runs like a self-contained city/town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Administration Officer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Administration Officer with a combination of: - Experience in using a variety of IT systems including CAFM - Experience in a busy office environment - Experience of working without supervision - Knowledge of IT systems - Up to date First Aid qualification - Administrative experience If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company
We now have an excellent opportunity for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join our highly regarded repairs and maintenance team in Hertfordshire. This role is based at Hertford Hospital and will provide you with the opportunity to take on some supervisory duties, whilst still maintaining an active role within your trade. Rydon Maintenance Ltd provides a range of hard facilities management and property maintenance services to a variety of clients, predominantly domestic property and commercial buildings in the social housing, health and social care sectors. With offices in London and the South East, to Bristol in the South West and Bedford in the Midlands our experience has taken us across a variety of sensitive healthcare environments. Our expertise ranges from the construction of substantial community hospitals to our current provision of maintenance services to over 300 buildings for 20 Trusts. Job Purpose This Maintenance Electrician role is varied and involves a mix of supervisory duties whilst still undertaking some of your own multi-skilled repairs. The role is a key part of our team and allows you to develop your career in a supervisory role, whilst still remaining actively involved in a skilled trade. Key duties will include; Planned Maintenance: Emergency light testing, fire alarm checks, and scheduled PPM tasks. Reactive and remedial Electrical works: Fault-finding and repairs for lighting, power issues, replacing lamps, lights, pumps, motors, and conducting 2nd-fix tasks such as sockets and switches and general electrical problems. Assisting with other trades and completing other general building fabric repairs Supervise any subcontractors coming onto site and assist with conducting sub-contractor inductions. Issue and manage Permits to Work where necessary Participate in the call-out rota to provide out-of-hours support. Where requested, undertake workmanship checks and assist the Service Manager with health & safety audits Managing stock of spares and consumables on site. Our repairs team delivers a first-class repairs service in partnership with a range of NHS Trusts. We provide reactive and planned maintenance to a number of NHS buildings and we work to strict timescales and safety requirements to ensure the comfort and safety of service users using these NHS facilities. What we can offer you; Competitive starting salary A full time permanent position. Normal working hours are 8am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. You will also participate in an on call rota for emergency repairs where you will receive a standby allowance and overtime rates. 25 days holiday with the ability to increase up to 30 days. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Company pension, life assurance and income protection. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and more. Health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, access to an Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme, BUPA Health & Wellbeing Plans, access to our Health and Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more! Opportunities to progress your career across the business. Full training, ongoing coaching and support. By joining Rydon, you become part of a talented, dedicated team and this is an exciting and varied role with an excellent opportunity to develop and grow within our highly regarded team Experience Required You will hold electrical qualifications and have 18th Edition certification. Testing and inspection qualification is desirable but not essential You can demonstrate previous experience of working within a multi-skilled trade role. Your maintenance experience might have been gained working directly for the NHS, or a maintenance contractor providing services within the NHS although not essential and candidates with experience of maintaining other commercial properties (schools, prisons, supermarkets for example) with be considered a full UK driving licence The preferred candidate will have a good understanding of Microsoft packages such as Outlook, Word and Excel (basic), strong people skills, great attention to detail and be looking for an opportunity that combines supervisory duties whilst still maintaining an active role within a skilled trade. If you have this experience we would strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
We now have an excellent opportunity for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join our highly regarded repairs and maintenance team in Hertfordshire. This role is based at Hertford Hospital and will provide you with the opportunity to take on some supervisory duties, whilst still maintaining an active role within your trade. Rydon Maintenance Ltd provides a range of hard facilities management and property maintenance services to a variety of clients, predominantly domestic property and commercial buildings in the social housing, health and social care sectors. With offices in London and the South East, to Bristol in the South West and Bedford in the Midlands our experience has taken us across a variety of sensitive healthcare environments. Our expertise ranges from the construction of substantial community hospitals to our current provision of maintenance services to over 300 buildings for 20 Trusts. Job Purpose This Maintenance Electrician role is varied and involves a mix of supervisory duties whilst still undertaking some of your own multi-skilled repairs. The role is a key part of our team and allows you to develop your career in a supervisory role, whilst still remaining actively involved in a skilled trade. Key duties will include; Planned Maintenance: Emergency light testing, fire alarm checks, and scheduled PPM tasks. Reactive and remedial Electrical works: Fault-finding and repairs for lighting, power issues, replacing lamps, lights, pumps, motors, and conducting 2nd-fix tasks such as sockets and switches and general electrical problems. Assisting with other trades and completing other general building fabric repairs Supervise any subcontractors coming onto site and assist with conducting sub-contractor inductions. Issue and manage Permits to Work where necessary Participate in the call-out rota to provide out-of-hours support. Where requested, undertake workmanship checks and assist the Service Manager with health & safety audits Managing stock of spares and consumables on site. Our repairs team delivers a first-class repairs service in partnership with a range of NHS Trusts. We provide reactive and planned maintenance to a number of NHS buildings and we work to strict timescales and safety requirements to ensure the comfort and safety of service users using these NHS facilities. What we can offer you; Competitive starting salary A full time permanent position. Normal working hours are 8am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. You will also participate in an on call rota for emergency repairs where you will receive a standby allowance and overtime rates. 25 days holiday with the ability to increase up to 30 days. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Company pension, life assurance and income protection. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and more. Health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, access to an Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme, BUPA Health & Wellbeing Plans, access to our Health and Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more! Opportunities to progress your career across the business. Full training, ongoing coaching and support. By joining Rydon, you become part of a talented, dedicated team and this is an exciting and varied role with an excellent opportunity to develop and grow within our highly regarded team Experience Required You will hold electrical qualifications and have 18th Edition certification. Testing and inspection qualification is desirable but not essential You can demonstrate previous experience of working within a multi-skilled trade role. Your maintenance experience might have been gained working directly for the NHS, or a maintenance contractor providing services within the NHS although not essential and candidates with experience of maintaining other commercial properties (schools, prisons, supermarkets for example) with be considered a full UK driving licence The preferred candidate will have a good understanding of Microsoft packages such as Outlook, Word and Excel (basic), strong people skills, great attention to detail and be looking for an opportunity that combines supervisory duties whilst still maintaining an active role within a skilled trade. If you have this experience we would strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.
Family Engagement Manager Location : HMP Bristol Job Type: Part time, 26 hours a week, Monday - Sunday (weekend working is required) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £28,875 per annum FTE, £20,020 per annum actual earnings. Benefits: Generous Holiday allowance Season Ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Charity worker discounts Enhanced maternity package Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups EAP scheme Life assurance As Family Engagement Manager, you will manage Pact's Family engagement casework within the prison, organise Family Days periodically and liaise with our subcontractors in the Visits Centre. You will also oversee the visits centre booking line. HMP Bristol is an exciting opportunity to work in a faced paced and challenging environment. About You: To be successful in this role you will have a demonstrable capacity to coordinate a broad service, as well as experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally involving offenders and/or their families. You will have previously managed a service in which emotional resilience was required. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will have the ability to contribute to the planning and development of Pact's family work and also have knowledge of safeguarding/child protection practice. Furthermore, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in building partnerships with a range of agencies. Organisation: Pact is a highly respected independent charity, working across England and Wales to develop and deliver a range of innovative services. We provide practical and emotional support to prisoner's children and families, to prisoners and those who have resettled back into the community. Our work is founded on core values, the first of which is a belief in the innate dignity of every human being, and our work focusses on human relationships, family and community. We are committed to achieving high standards of quality in all that we do. What we offer: Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. How to apply: If you feel that you meet the requirements of this exciting new role, please complete an application form by clicking the 'apply now' button. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Other information: Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. You may also have experience in the following: Case Management, Rehabilitation, Family Services, Support Work, Criminal Justice System, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, Social Work, Advocacy, Mentor, Mentoring, etc. REF-
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Family Engagement Manager Location : HMP Bristol Job Type: Part time, 26 hours a week, Monday - Sunday (weekend working is required) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £28,875 per annum FTE, £20,020 per annum actual earnings. Benefits: Generous Holiday allowance Season Ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Charity worker discounts Enhanced maternity package Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups EAP scheme Life assurance As Family Engagement Manager, you will manage Pact's Family engagement casework within the prison, organise Family Days periodically and liaise with our subcontractors in the Visits Centre. You will also oversee the visits centre booking line. HMP Bristol is an exciting opportunity to work in a faced paced and challenging environment. About You: To be successful in this role you will have a demonstrable capacity to coordinate a broad service, as well as experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally involving offenders and/or their families. You will have previously managed a service in which emotional resilience was required. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will have the ability to contribute to the planning and development of Pact's family work and also have knowledge of safeguarding/child protection practice. Furthermore, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in building partnerships with a range of agencies. Organisation: Pact is a highly respected independent charity, working across England and Wales to develop and deliver a range of innovative services. We provide practical and emotional support to prisoner's children and families, to prisoners and those who have resettled back into the community. Our work is founded on core values, the first of which is a belief in the innate dignity of every human being, and our work focusses on human relationships, family and community. We are committed to achieving high standards of quality in all that we do. What we offer: Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. How to apply: If you feel that you meet the requirements of this exciting new role, please complete an application form by clicking the 'apply now' button. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Other information: Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. You may also have experience in the following: Case Management, Rehabilitation, Family Services, Support Work, Criminal Justice System, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, Social Work, Advocacy, Mentor, Mentoring, etc. REF-
Administration Officer Location: HMP Warren Hill Salary: 28,853.57 Per Annum (Pro rata for part time hours) Contract: Part Time/Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team at HMP Warren Hill, CATEGORY C Adult/Male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Warren Hill runs like a self-contained town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Administration Officer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Administration Officer with a combination of: - Experience in using a variety of IT systems including CAFM - Experience in a busy office environment - Experience of working without supervision - Knowledge of IT systems - Up to date First Aid qualification - Administrative experience If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Administration Officer Location: HMP Warren Hill Salary: 28,853.57 Per Annum (Pro rata for part time hours) Contract: Part Time/Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team at HMP Warren Hill, CATEGORY C Adult/Male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Warren Hill runs like a self-contained town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Administration Officer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Administration Officer with a combination of: - Experience in using a variety of IT systems including CAFM - Experience in a busy office environment - Experience of working without supervision - Knowledge of IT systems - Up to date First Aid qualification - Administrative experience If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company
Job Description: Justice Caseworker Location: HMP Bullingdon (Oxford/Bicester Community) Contract: Permanent Hours: 9am 5pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £26,570 £27-128 per annum (dependent on experience) The Role We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Justice Caseworker to join our clients team delivering the HMPPS Creating Future Opportunities (CFO) programme across the South East. This role involves supporting participants both in custody and within the community, helping them to overcome barriers to resettlement and guiding them towards sustainable employment and independence. As a CFO Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of participants with complex needs, providing tailored interventions, advice, and guidance. Youll play a crucial role in supporting individuals rehabilitation journeys by helping them to build confidence, gain skills, and achieve personal and professional milestones. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about empowering others, promoting social mobility, and contributing to meaningful change in peoples lives. The role is split between HMP Bullingdon and Oxford/Bicester Community Hubs. Key Responsibilities: Build positive, trusting relationships with participants to support engagement and motivation throughout their journey. Provide person-centred support that addresses individual barriers to learning, employment, and resettlement. Deliver consistent through-the-gate support, ensuring participants receive continuity of care before and after release. Empower participants to take ownership of their goals and develop life skills to support independent living. Promote a positive attitude towards rehabilitation and social reintegration. Manage a caseload of participants, ensuring high-quality delivery of induction, assessment, and personalised action plans. Support participants in achieving education, training, and employment milestones both in custody and the community. Coordinate and record progress using the CATS+ and P-Nomis case management systems, maintaining full compliance with data and reporting requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective transition planning and holistic support. Organise and facilitate pre-release meetings, including three-way sessions and Release on Temporary Licence (RoTL) arrangements. Support delivery at CFO Evolution Community Pop-Up Hubs, ensuring accessibility and engagement across community settings. Build and maintain strong relationships with prison staff, probation teams, community partners, and local employers. Actively identify and coordinate partner delivery opportunities to enhance participant support. Represent the organisation positively within custodial and community settings, promoting collaboration and consistency of service. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with organisational and contractual standards. Participate in regular case reviews, supervision, and training to continuously develop professional practice. Support organisational quality standards, compliance, and safeguarding requirements. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practice, ideas, and feedback. Ensure health and safety, equality, diversity, and inclusion standards are upheld at all times. Essential Criteria: Understanding of the barriers faced by prison leavers and individuals with complex needs. Proven experience managing caseloads and supporting individuals to overcome personal and vocational challenges. Excellent communication, motivational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and maintain professional boundaries. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet targets. ICT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and experience with database systems. Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent). Enhanced DBS check and prison vetting clearance. Access to own transport and full UK driving licence. Desirable Criteria: Level 3 Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) qualification. Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or PTLLS. Experience of working within the criminal justice or rehabilitation sector. Previous experience of partnership working with multi-agency teams. Demonstrable understanding of continuous improvement and reflective practice. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Justice Caseworker Location: HMP Bullingdon (Oxford/Bicester Community) Contract: Permanent Hours: 9am 5pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £26,570 £27-128 per annum (dependent on experience) The Role We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Justice Caseworker to join our clients team delivering the HMPPS Creating Future Opportunities (CFO) programme across the South East. This role involves supporting participants both in custody and within the community, helping them to overcome barriers to resettlement and guiding them towards sustainable employment and independence. As a CFO Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of participants with complex needs, providing tailored interventions, advice, and guidance. Youll play a crucial role in supporting individuals rehabilitation journeys by helping them to build confidence, gain skills, and achieve personal and professional milestones. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about empowering others, promoting social mobility, and contributing to meaningful change in peoples lives. The role is split between HMP Bullingdon and Oxford/Bicester Community Hubs. Key Responsibilities: Build positive, trusting relationships with participants to support engagement and motivation throughout their journey. Provide person-centred support that addresses individual barriers to learning, employment, and resettlement. Deliver consistent through-the-gate support, ensuring participants receive continuity of care before and after release. Empower participants to take ownership of their goals and develop life skills to support independent living. Promote a positive attitude towards rehabilitation and social reintegration. Manage a caseload of participants, ensuring high-quality delivery of induction, assessment, and personalised action plans. Support participants in achieving education, training, and employment milestones both in custody and the community. Coordinate and record progress using the CATS+ and P-Nomis case management systems, maintaining full compliance with data and reporting requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective transition planning and holistic support. Organise and facilitate pre-release meetings, including three-way sessions and Release on Temporary Licence (RoTL) arrangements. Support delivery at CFO Evolution Community Pop-Up Hubs, ensuring accessibility and engagement across community settings. Build and maintain strong relationships with prison staff, probation teams, community partners, and local employers. Actively identify and coordinate partner delivery opportunities to enhance participant support. Represent the organisation positively within custodial and community settings, promoting collaboration and consistency of service. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with organisational and contractual standards. Participate in regular case reviews, supervision, and training to continuously develop professional practice. Support organisational quality standards, compliance, and safeguarding requirements. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practice, ideas, and feedback. Ensure health and safety, equality, diversity, and inclusion standards are upheld at all times. Essential Criteria: Understanding of the barriers faced by prison leavers and individuals with complex needs. Proven experience managing caseloads and supporting individuals to overcome personal and vocational challenges. Excellent communication, motivational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage challenging behaviour and maintain professional boundaries. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet targets. ICT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and experience with database systems. Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent). Enhanced DBS check and prison vetting clearance. Access to own transport and full UK driving licence. Desirable Criteria: Level 3 Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) qualification. Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or PTLLS. Experience of working within the criminal justice or rehabilitation sector. Previous experience of partnership working with multi-agency teams. Demonstrable understanding of continuous improvement and reflective practice. JBRP1_UKTJ
Operational Prison Support Location: HMP Wetherby Shift Pattern: Full time, This role requires working regular unsocial hours. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Saturday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays click apply for full job details
Dec 11, 2025
Seasonal
Operational Prison Support Location: HMP Wetherby Shift Pattern: Full time, This role requires working regular unsocial hours. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Saturday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays click apply for full job details
Operational Prison Support Location: HMP Sudbury Shift Pattern: 39 Hours, full time. This role requires working regular unsocial hours. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Saturday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays click apply for full job details
Dec 11, 2025
Seasonal
Operational Prison Support Location: HMP Sudbury Shift Pattern: 39 Hours, full time. This role requires working regular unsocial hours. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Saturday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays click apply for full job details
Electrician Required - HMP Full Sutton Your new company As the sole agency supplier for the provision of maintenance trades and support operatives to HM Prisons, Hays is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician for HMP Full Sutton (Stamford Bridge) near York. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a prison environment and can often create opportunities to apply for permanent roles. We are happy to consider candidates who are looking for both full-time or part-time work. Hours to be discussed and negotiated. Your new role Planned and Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled maintenance activities on domestic electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity, in accordance with established maintenance protocols. Fault Diagnosis and Component Replacement: Identify and rectify faults in domestic electrical installations, replacing failed components efficiently and safely to restore functionality. Reactive Maintenance and Breakdown Response: Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns, ensuring all remedial work is conducted under the appropriate Safe System of Work and completed within agreed timeframes. Systematic Fault-Finding and Problem-Solving: Conduct detailed fault-finding and root cause analysis on electrical systems within the facility, applying technical expertise to resolve complex issues. Electrical Installation Works: Undertake installation of electrical systems and components in accordance with provided design specifications and current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). Inspection and Testing: Perform inspection and testing of electrical installations to ensure compliance with current IEE wiring regulations, maintaining accurate records and certification. Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels of critical electrical spares and consumables, raising requisitions as necessary to maintain operational readiness and avoid service disruption. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am - 4:45pm (plus 1 in 3 weekend shift pattern) We are happy to consider candidates who are looking for both full-time or part-time work. Hours to be discussed and negotiated. PAYE and Umbrella pay options available What you'll need to succeed Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent). 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification. Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a domestic or secure environment. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including Safe Systems of Work. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Security clearance - Hays will request this as part of the process You must hold a valid passport or Full Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address. You must have proof of National Insurance and proof of address dated in the past 3 months. All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 2 satisfactory employment references. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Dec 11, 2025
Seasonal
Electrician Required - HMP Full Sutton Your new company As the sole agency supplier for the provision of maintenance trades and support operatives to HM Prisons, Hays is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician for HMP Full Sutton (Stamford Bridge) near York. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a prison environment and can often create opportunities to apply for permanent roles. We are happy to consider candidates who are looking for both full-time or part-time work. Hours to be discussed and negotiated. Your new role Planned and Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled maintenance activities on domestic electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity, in accordance with established maintenance protocols. Fault Diagnosis and Component Replacement: Identify and rectify faults in domestic electrical installations, replacing failed components efficiently and safely to restore functionality. Reactive Maintenance and Breakdown Response: Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns, ensuring all remedial work is conducted under the appropriate Safe System of Work and completed within agreed timeframes. Systematic Fault-Finding and Problem-Solving: Conduct detailed fault-finding and root cause analysis on electrical systems within the facility, applying technical expertise to resolve complex issues. Electrical Installation Works: Undertake installation of electrical systems and components in accordance with provided design specifications and current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). Inspection and Testing: Perform inspection and testing of electrical installations to ensure compliance with current IEE wiring regulations, maintaining accurate records and certification. Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels of critical electrical spares and consumables, raising requisitions as necessary to maintain operational readiness and avoid service disruption. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am - 4:45pm (plus 1 in 3 weekend shift pattern) We are happy to consider candidates who are looking for both full-time or part-time work. Hours to be discussed and negotiated. PAYE and Umbrella pay options available What you'll need to succeed Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent). 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification. Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a domestic or secure environment. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including Safe Systems of Work. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Security clearance - Hays will request this as part of the process You must hold a valid passport or Full Birth Certificate & Photo Driving Licence at your current address. You must have proof of National Insurance and proof of address dated in the past 3 months. All applicants must be able to provide details of at least 2 satisfactory employment references. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are Be open, be compassionate and be bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Programmes Facilitator to join the HMP Erlestoke Substance Misuse Psychosocial Interventions Service who has the skills and experience to engage our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PRISON-BASED ROLE AND IS SUBJECT TO PRISON SECURITY CLEARANCE. Where: HMP Erlestoke Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full Time Salary Range : £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the role: You will work with service users to initiate recovery from drug and/or alcohol dependence, to enable service users in the prison to build their own recovery capital and to support them to move into long term sustained recovery and social (re)integration. To develop and deliver group psychosocial interventions. This involves facilitating Foundations of Rehabilitation programme, in addition to pod working tailored to the needs of the caseload. To be creative and innovative so that the post best meets the needs of the service user, promoting access into treatment, and encouraging engagement with underrepresented communities. Assess suitability for groups related to risk and special needs, working closely with prison partners to schedule attendance. About you: Sensitivity in working with complex and diverse needs. Demonstrate a strong recovery focus and have knowledge of a range of psychosocial interventions. Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users. Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards. Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others. What we will give to you: 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years service Capped at 30 days Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. Interviews: Competency Based Interview- 5th January, Values Based Interview- 7th January We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date 5/1/2026 Closing Date 29/12/2025 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are Be open, be compassionate and be bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Programmes Facilitator to join the HMP Erlestoke Substance Misuse Psychosocial Interventions Service who has the skills and experience to engage our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PRISON-BASED ROLE AND IS SUBJECT TO PRISON SECURITY CLEARANCE. Where: HMP Erlestoke Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Full Time Salary Range : £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the role: You will work with service users to initiate recovery from drug and/or alcohol dependence, to enable service users in the prison to build their own recovery capital and to support them to move into long term sustained recovery and social (re)integration. To develop and deliver group psychosocial interventions. This involves facilitating Foundations of Rehabilitation programme, in addition to pod working tailored to the needs of the caseload. To be creative and innovative so that the post best meets the needs of the service user, promoting access into treatment, and encouraging engagement with underrepresented communities. Assess suitability for groups related to risk and special needs, working closely with prison partners to schedule attendance. About you: Sensitivity in working with complex and diverse needs. Demonstrate a strong recovery focus and have knowledge of a range of psychosocial interventions. Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users. Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards. Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others. What we will give to you: 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years service Capped at 30 days Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. Interviews: Competency Based Interview- 5th January, Values Based Interview- 7th January We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date 5/1/2026 Closing Date 29/12/2025 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
