Interventions Facilitator 1

Serco; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the correctional services sector as an Interventions Facilitator, where you will engage in meaningful work aimed at the reintegration of ex-offenders. This role encompasses delivering high-quality programmes and conducting assessments, contributing to a safer and more positive environment within the prison system. You will receive training and support within a collaborative team that values empathy and diversity, with opportunities for professional development across multiple locations.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Access to discounts on attractions and services

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating group work is essential.
• Evidence of educational achievements with reasonable results is required.
• Knowledge in psychological theories and motivational techniques would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality interventions and promote a safe learning environment.
• Complete Post Programme Reports and administrative tasks.
• Assess prisoners and recommend suitable programmes.

Skills

Facilitating group work

Working with challenging client groups

Understanding of psychological theories

Knowledge of 'what works' literature

Education

Educational achievements

Job description

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Working hours: Full-Time, hours per week

HMP Dovegate is a category B male establishment prison located on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border near Uttoxeter. The operational capacity is for 0 prisoners, and it requires a dedicated team to ensure the facility remains safe, secure, and functional.

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality interventions to the trained standard, conduct thorough session debriefs, complete detailed and unbiased Post Programme Reports within the designated timeframe, and promote a positive, safe, and secure learning environment for both staff and offenders.

As an Interventions Facilitator, your responsibilities will include completing administrative tasks such as processing referrals, updating waiting lists, photocopying session materials, and communicating with prison staff and external agencies regarding individual progress on programmes. You will also be responsible for all pre- and post-session work related to programme delivery.

Additional key responsibilities include:

1. Attending regular supervision sessions with the Treatment Manager.
2. Assessing prisoners and recommending suitable programmes.
3. Writing Post Programme Reports for both completers and non-completers, detailing progress and further work needed.
4. Attending and passing required training sessions.
5. Conducting motivational work and assessments with prisoners before programme commencement.
6. Preparing objectives and follow-up activities with prisoners involved in programmes and providing additional support as needed.
7. Contributing to sentence planning and parole processes for prospective and current group members.

Qualifications and Experience Needed:

Experience in facilitating group work or working with challenging client groups is essential. Evidence of educational achievements with reasonable results is also required.

Training will be provided; however, knowledge in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Understanding of psychological theories related to offending.
• Knowledge of the 'what works' literature on reducing reoffending.
• Understanding theories related to violent and sexual offending.
• Awareness of responsivity and diversity issues when working with offenders.
• Familiarity with motivational techniques.

Why Work at Serco?

Engage in meaningful work that contributes to the reintegration of ex-offenders into society by addressing factors influencing offending behavior.

Enjoy a wide range of career development opportunities across six UK prisons, including support for professional qualifications like chartered or registered psychologist status, along with ongoing CPD activities.

Be part of a supportive team that values empathy, diversity, and individual differences, fostering a therapeutic environment.

What We Offer:

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Benefits supporting your health and wellbeing, including Employee Assistance Program
• Access to discounts on attractions, mobile phones, cinema, leisure, and hospitality
• A positive, inclusive culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth