CRED Supervisor

Gov Facility Services Limited; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A key public service provider in the UK is seeking a CRED Supervisor for HMP Coldingley. The role involves supervising maintenance staff and ensuring the safety and upkeep of the facility. Successful candidates must have experience in small-scale refurbishments and managing projects. Benefits include 25 days of holiday and additional perks. This is a full-time temporary role until the end of August 2026.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Understanding of prisons and prisoner working systems or willingness to learn – Desirable.
• Self-motivated with a positive 'can-do' approach – Desirable.
• Experience managing relationships with various stakeholders – Desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside professionals to maintain a safe environment.
• Supervise staff and manage refurbishments effectively.
• Impact prisoners and families by providing safe operations.

Skills

Experience using tools and equipment for refurbishments

Knowledge of working safely and applying health and safety principles

Experience managing small-scale refurbishments and projects

Experience supervising staff

Trade qualification (carpentry, plumbing, etc.)

Job description

Position: CRED Supervisor | Location: HMP Coldingley | Salary: £36,066.96 per annum | Contract: Temporary (FTC until End of Aug 2026) - Full Time 39 hrs per week - Mon-Fri

About You:
We are seeking a dedicated Cred Supervisor to join our team at HMP Coldingley, a CATEGORY C Adult Male prison. Join a supportive and driven family that works Monday to Friday, creating a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Coldingley operates like a self‑contained city, and as part of the Cred Supervisor Maintenance Team we are committed to driving smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, employees, visitors, families and the wider community.

As a Cred Supervisor you will work alongside experienced professionals—plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners and administrators—who are all dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment. If you want to use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

Qualifications & Experience

• Understanding of prisons and prisoner working systems or a willingness to learn – Desirable
• Experience using tools and equipment for small‑scale refurbishments – Essential
• Knowledge of working safely and applying health and safety principles – Essential
• Experience managing small‑scale refurbishments and projects – Essential
• Experience supervising staff – Essential
• Self‑motivated with a positive "can‑do" approach – Desirable
• Experience managing relationships with various stakeholders – Desirable
• Trade or building qualification such as carpentry, painting and decorating, plumbing or electrics – Essential

If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. We provide critical services to HMPPS and offer holidays of 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, as well as a range of non‑contractual benefits including Death in Service at 4x salary, private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme. We also provide financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts.

We focus on safety, an inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package and real opportunities to build your skills and progress. We are passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that FM Services will be delivered by the private sector in the future, with services transferred to a private provider no sooner than August 2027.

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