Prison Facilitator

Shannon Trust; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Stafford is seeking a part-time facilitator to lead the delivery of a reading and numeracy programme at HMP Drake Hall. This role involves working closely with prison staff and participants to create learning opportunities that address low literacy levels. Candidates should have experience in prison settings and be able to build relationships effectively. The position offers benefits such as a pension scheme contribution and 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Paid volunteering days

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Employee Assistance Programme

Inclusive culture welcoming applicants with lived experience

Qualifications

• Ideally have some experience of prison settings.
• Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders.
• Personal qualities such as resilience and determination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and development of the reading and numeracy programme.
• Work closely with prison staff, prisoners, and volunteers.

Skills

Experience in prison settings

Relationship building

Resilience

Problem-solving

Job description

Shannon Trust facilitator – HMP Drake Hall

HMP Drake Hall Prison delivery.

Part time, Permanent.

Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy levels amongst people in prison? Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) to provide peer‑led learning programmes at HMP Drake Hall. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust volunteers and mentors, this post will lead the delivery and development of our prison‑based reading and numeracy programme, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.

Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem‑solving approach.

Benefits

• Company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance
• Paid volunteering days
• Discounts via Reward Gateway
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Inclusive culture welcoming applicants with lived experience of the criminal justice system

We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal co…