Family Support Advocate - Prison Visits Centre

Pact; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

free advice, information and counselli

Contributory pension

Corporate eye care scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Pact in partnership with HMP Nottingham is seeking a Family Support Worker (Visits Centre Assistant) to welcome families and help make visits positive and less stressful. You will organise activities for children, provide information, and ensure refreshments are available to support families during visits.

You will work in the visitor centre, collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies, and follow safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people facing difficulties.
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welcome families in the visitor centre and provide information and guidance.
• Organise activities for children and ensure refreshments are available during visits.
• Work with colleagues and partner agencies to support families and maintain a calm, supportive environment.

Job description

Pact in partnership with HMP Nottingham is seeking a Family Support Worker (Visits Centre Assistant) to welcome families and help make visits positive and less stressful. You will organise activities for children, provide information, and ensure refreshments are available to support families during visits.

You will work in the visitor centre, collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies, and follow safeguarding procedures.