Approved Premises Manager / Criminal Justice (AWDO-P14142) in Newcastle upon Tyne)

AWD online; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A rehabilitation services provider in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an Approved Premises Manager to lead operations ensuring the safety and rehabilitation of high-risk individuals. This full-time role requires a proven background in probation studies or social work. Key responsibilities include risk management, operational oversight, and working collaboratively with partner agencies for effective rehabilitation. Salary around £45,000 per annum with a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Probation Service and Criminal Justice Sector is essential.
• Experience managing risk and safeguarding high-risk individuals.
• Experience delivering activities to support individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee risk management for residents to ensure safety and support.
• Lead daily operations to maintain an effective residential service.
• Build relationships with partner agencies to enhance public protection.

Skills

Knowledge of the Probation Service/Criminal Justice Sector

Experience of multi-agency working

Experience of coaching and developing individuals and teams

Understanding of diversity and equalities

Education

Diploma in Probation Studies or Level 3 Diploma in Probation Practice or equivalent OR Social Work Qualification

Job description

Approved Premises Manager

An exciting opportunity to support high‑risk individuals through effective rehabilitation, safeguarding, risk management and multi‑agency collaboration within a specialist criminal justice environment.

Salary: circa £45,000 per annum

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England

Job type: Full‑time, permanent

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

On‑call rota required; may work outside normal hours.

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Approved Premises Manager who has a Diploma in Probation Studies or Level 3 Diploma in Probation Practice or equivalent or is a registered Social Worker (BA (hons), MA/MSc in Social Work) with strong knowledge of the Probation Service and wider Criminal Justice Sector.

The organisation operates two Independent Approved Premises in Newcastle, providing 46 beds and delivering enhanced supervision for high‑risk individuals through close partnership working, robust risk management and a strong focus on rehabilitation and community safety.

As an Approved Premises Manager you will oversee risk management for residents, ensuring safe, supportive and enabling environments that promote desistance and positive change. You will work closely with partner agencies to enhance public protection.

The organisation offers intensive support for those assessed as high risk and, as the Approved Premises Manager, you will lead practice quality, staff development and continuous improvement across the service.

Duties

• Operational Management: Lead daily operations to ensure a safe and effective residential service
• Staff Development: Support training, coaching and professional development for the team
• Risk and Safeguarding: Embed robust safeguarding and expert risk management practice
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with partner agencies to support public protection
• Leadership and Oversight: Provide clear leadership, direction and accountability across the service
• Policy and Practice: Drive quality improvement through policy review and practice development

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Diploma in Probation Studies or Level 3 Diploma in Probation Practice or equivalent OR Social Work Qualification (BA hons, MA/MSc in Social Work)
• A good working knowledge of the Probation Service/Criminal Justice Sector
• Experience of multi‑agency working
• Knowledge of Enabling Environments
• Experience of delivering activities to develop the quality of practice, with individuals who have multiple complex needs
• Understanding of diversity, equalities and inclusive practice
• Experience of coaching and developing individuals and teams, to create an inclusive enabling environment
• Experience of managing risk and safeguarding
• Experience and knowledge of desistance and trauma‑informed approaches to achieving positive change and reducing reoffending

Desirable

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and motivate staff
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proven ability to manage time, plan effectively, and prioritise competing demands to meet deadlines and organisational objectives
• Proficient in using IT and information systems to manage data effectively
• The ability to develop and promote new ideas, and provide feedback diplomatically and sensitively
• Skilled in facilitating workshops and practice discussions

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the additional barred list check. All required checks will be undertaken as part of the pre‑employment process for any successful candidate.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

Closing Date

Interview Information

Interviews will be face‑to‑face in Newcastle.

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and short Covering Letter detailing how you meet the requirements for the role to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.

By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO‑P14142