Prison Grounds & Horticulture Supervisor (Land-Based)

Ministry of Justice; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The HMP Kirkham SPI Land Based Activities and Commercial Horticulture role involves day-to-day supervision of prisoners in horticulture and land-based activities, ensuring targets are met and a safe, positive working environment.

You will provide knowledge and skills to develop prisoners' horticultural abilities, including teaching towards nationally recognised qualifications, and may coordinate with local colleges for training.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant work experience in horticulture and machinery use.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance including turf, plants, and habitats.

Responsibilities

• Supervise prisoners in land-based activities and horticulture areas.
• Maintain prison grounds, lawns, ponds and landscaping.
• Deliver actions from biodiversity strategy and develop conservation areas.
• Induct and train prisoners in health and safety, COSHH, and equipment use.

Skills

Horticulture

Machinery operation

Grounds maintenance

Education

Level 3 Horticulture qualification

PA1/PA6 spray certification

Workplace assessor qualification

Tools

Spray certification (PA1/PA6)

Workplace assessor qualification

Job description

The HMP Kirkham SPI Land Based Activities and Commercial Horticulture role involves day-to-day supervision of prisoners in horticulture and land-based activities, ensuring targets are met and a safe, positive working environment.

You will provide knowledge and skills to develop prisoners' horticultural abilities, including teaching towards nationally recognised qualifications, and may coordinate with local colleges for training.