Creative Arts Coordinator (Prison Programs)

Ministry of Justice; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a role coordinating creative arts classes and events for prisoners. You will build supportive relationships, promote decency, and contribute to sentence planning and reducing reoffending.

The role emphasises Safer Custody practices and security standards, with hybrid working arrangements within the UK. Responsibilities include delivering workshops, coordinating with providers and volunteers, and supporting learners and mentors.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with prisoners in a respectful and safe manner.
• Experience coordinating arts activities or education programs.

Responsibilities

• Promote and facilitate delivery of the creative arts to prisoners.
• Prepare and deliver creative writing workshops.
• Coordinate with external providers, arts organisations and volunteers for arts projects.
• Log attendance and approve prisoner hours worked and wages.
• Contribute to sentence planning and reducing reoffending.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Workshop facilitation

Job description

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a role coordinating creative arts classes and events for prisoners. You will build supportive relationships, promote decency, and contribute to sentence planning and reducing reoffending.

The role emphasises Safer Custody practices and security standards, with hybrid working arrangements within the UK. Responsibilities include delivering workshops, coordinating with providers and volunteers, and supporting learners and mentors.