CRED Supervisor

Government Facility Services Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is looking for a Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor at HMP Lewes. The role involves supervising a maintenance team to ensure safe and effective refurbishment activities within a prison environment. Candidates should have experience in project management, tool usage, and staff supervision, along with a trade qualification. The position offers competitive benefits, including holidays, private GP access, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 holidays plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4× salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn about prison working systems.
• Experience overseeing small-scale projects.
• Familiarity with health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance team activities at HMP Lewes.
• Ensure the safe operation of refurbishments.
• Collaborate with various trades and staff.

Skills

Understanding of prisons

Use of tools for refurbishments

Health and safety knowledge

Project management

Staff supervision

Self-motivated with a positive approach

Stakeholder relationship management

Education

Trade/building qualification (carpentry, plumbing, etc.)

Job description

Position: Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor
Location: HMP Lewes
Salary: £34,931.68
Contract: Full time - Permanent

About You

We are seeking a dedicated Cred Supervisor individual to join our team at HMP Lewes, a CATEGORY B & Male Adult prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Lewes runs like a self‑contained city, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Cred Supervisor Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Cred Supervisor you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Qualifications & Experience

• Understanding of prisons and the prisoner working systems or a willingness to learn (Desirable)
• Understanding of how to use tools and equipment to complete small‑scale refurbishments (Essential)
• Knowledge of working safely and putting health and safety principles into practice (Essential)
• Experience in managing small‑scale refurbishments and projects (Essential)
• Experience of supervising staff (Essential)
• Self‑motivated with a positive “can do” approach to work (Desirable)
• Experience managing relationships with various stakeholders (Desirable)
• Trade or building qualification of some description such as carpentry, painting and decorating, plumbing or electrics (Essential)

Benefits

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non‑contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4× salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone’s needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026. As the programme unfolds, weինը learn more.