Prison Workshop Supervisor

Manpower UK Limited; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Prison Workshop Supervisor to oversee workshops at HMP Foston Hall. This role involves supporting trainers, supervising prisoners, and ensuring security and discipline. Candidates must have experience in supervision and strong communication skills. The position offers a pay rate starting at £14.31 per hour, with potential increases for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising groups, preferably in a controlled environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to enforce discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support the trainer/instructor in delivering workshops.
• Supervise and support prisoners while ensuring security.
• Contribute to risk assessments and maintain prisoner records.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Discipline enforcement

Job description

Prison Workshop Supervisor

Location: HMP Foston Hall

Shift Times: Full Time, Monday to Friday, flexibility required
Pay Rate: £14.31 per hour, increasing up to £25.04 per hour with overtime

A successful candidate will be committed to prison workshops being places of structure and discipline. The job holder will ensure that all services are provided to a high standard and that security and control are maintained at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Support the trainer/ instructor while they deliver workshops
• Setting up workshop rooms and equipment
• Ensuring the room is ready for 30-50 prisoners
• Supervise and supporting prisoners, maintaining discipline, motivation, and security while conducting searches as required.
• Contributing to risk assessments, and maintaining prisoner records.
• Check and monitor no prisoners are leaving their designated areas
• Regular communication via radio, material procurement, attendance logging, and administrative support
• Attending relevant meetings and ensuring compliance with local security and quality protocols.

Important: A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

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