Administration Officer

Job Role: Administration Officer

Location: HMP Leyhill, Tortworth Rd, Wotton-Under-Edge, GL12 8BT

Salary: £27,945.35

Contract: Temporary (FTC until end of March 2026) - Full Time - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team at HMP Leyhill, an open adult male prison. Join a supportive team working Monday to Friday to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Leyhill operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of staff to function smoothly. The Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

As an Administration Officer, you will work alongside experienced colleagues from various trades and administrative roles, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a secure environment. If you want to use your skills to help others and promote rehabilitation, we encourage you to apply.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS, seeking candidates with:

• Experience with IT systems including CAFM
• Experience in a busy office environment
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of IT systems
• Up-to-date First Aid qualification
• Administrative experience

If this describes you, we would like to hear from you!

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional non-contractual benefits such as Death in Service, private GP, Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts
• Focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development

Join GFSL to help ensure prisons are secure and support prisoner reintegration. We value diversity and aim to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our services will transfer to a private provider in Autumn 2026, and we will keep you informed as the process unfolds.

We are committed to doing the right thing, fostering teamwork, and maintaining ISO 9001 certification.