Officer Instructor Welding and Fabrication

Scottish Prison Service; Polmont; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Polmont is seeking an Officer Instructor for Welding and Fabrication. The role involves managing vocational training for those in care, ensuring safety and compliance in the workplace. Essential qualifications include SVQ Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding and relevant experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to positively impact life outcomes for individuals while maintaining workplace security.

Qualifications

• Served a recognised apprenticeship in Fabrication & Welding.
• Hold relevant qualifications at SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in a variety of fabrication methods.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security and discipline in the workplace.
• Ensure effective use of resources including budget and equipment.
• Conduct regular Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.
• Ensure maintenance of machinery and equipment.

Skills

Fabrication methods

Health and Safety knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding

D32/D33 or equivalent

Job description

Officer Instructor Welding and Fabrication

Vacancy Type Permanent

Location HMYOI Polmont

Pay Band D

Closing Date

21/11/2025, 23:55

Hours of work Normal Office Hours

Full or Part Time Full-Time

Weekly Hours 35

Job Purpose The post holder will be responsible for the effective management and development of those in our care within the context of vocational training and employment. They will support those in our care in gaining nationally recognised qualifications aimed at improving their employment prospects on release

Responsibilities

Maintain security and discipline in the workplace by the monitoring of tool issue, rub down searches and searches of the workplace meeting security standards set by National policy

Ensure effective use of resources including budget, prisoner numbers, wages, materials, and equipment with functional areas

Ensure effective maintenance of machinery and equipment is carried out in accordance with regulations

Responsible for ensuring a safe environment for all women, young people, adults and staff, compliant with relevant standards through the application of regular Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Person Specification

SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Competencies for Success Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are eight, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them, you will be assessed on those identified as key to role.

Qualification Requirements

Served a recognised apprenticeship in Fabrication & Welding & achieved accredited qualifications at SVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent. ESSENTIAL

Hold either D32/D33 or equivalent (A1 or L & D9D (1)) or willing to work towards. ESSENTIAL

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

Experience of a diverse range of fabrication methods. ESSENTIAL

Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, particularly in relation to Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. ESSENTIAL

A knowledge and understanding of the strategy for the management women and young people, Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) and the Vision for Young People in Custody. DESIRABLE

Experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel and associated software packages. ESSENTIAL