Carpenter

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Winchester; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A correctional facility in Winchester is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join their Facilities Maintenance Team. The role requires a formal qualification or extensive experience in carpentry and maintenance practices. Successful candidates will work alongside a team dedicated to creating a safe environment for prisoners. The position offers a competitive salary, including benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service (4x salary)

Private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Formal qualification such as NVQ or City and Guilds Level 2, or over 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of maintenance practices and safety standards.
• Enjoyment of team working and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance tasks as required.
• Adhere to current best practices, safety standards, and use of materials and tools.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.

Skills

Maintenance practices

Team collaboration

Emotional resilience

Education

NVQ or City and Guilds Level 2

5+ years relevant work experience

Job description

Carpenter
Location: HMP Winchester, Romsey Rd, Winchester SO22 5DF
Salary: £36,678.26 per annum + £1,500 per annum location bonus
Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our team at HMP Winchester, a category B adult male local prison. Our team works Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment for the men in our care.

The prison operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of staff to function. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is dedicated to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

Team and Environment

You will work alongside passionate colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Administrators, and Cleaners, all committed to making a positive difference. Working in a prison setting requires emotional resilience, the ability to work at pace, manage multiple tasks, and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance tasks as required.
• Adhere to current best practices, safety standards, and use of materials and tools.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.
• Maintain a reliable and robust character, ensuring safety and security.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification such as NVQ or City and Guilds Level 2, or over 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of maintenance practices and safety standards.
• Enjoyment of team working and collaboration.
• Honest, reliable, and resilient character.

Benefits

Holidays: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays. Additional benefits include Death in Service (4x salary), private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts, and more.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, career development, and a supportive workplace. Join us to make a difference and help prisoners reintegrate into society.

About GFSL

GFSL is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering career progression and a culture where all voices are heard. Note: Services will transfer to a private provider in Autumn 2026 following procurement processes.