Prison Workshop Supervisor

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

Job summary

A correctional facility is seeking a dedicated Prison Workshop Supervisor to facilitate structured workshops for inmates. The successful candidate will oversee workshop sessions, ensuring security and discipline while supporting trainers. The position requires excellent communication abilities and a commitment to maintaining high standards in a challenging environment. Competitive pay starts at £14.31 per hour, increasing with overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervision roles, particularly in structured environments.
• Ability to maintain discipline and security among prisoners.
• Excellent communication skills for frequent interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the trainer/instructor during workshops.
• Prepare workshop rooms and equipment for sessions.
• Supervise and maintain discipline among prisoners.
• Conduct searches and ensure no prisoners leave designated areas.
• Attend relevant meetings and ensure compliance with protocols.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Discipline enforcement

Organizational skills

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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