Prisoner Trainer/Mentor

Aspire Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Prisoner Trainer/Mentor for HMP New Hall with some travel across the region. The role delivers a structured six-week course to groups and provides one-to-one support to participants in custody, helping prepare for release and reduce reoffending.

You will work with prison staff, facilitators and peer mentors to monitor progress, maintain records, and follow safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering structured group sessions and adapting to diverse needs.
• Strong communication skills to build trust and motivate participants.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles (training provided).
• Confident using IT systems to manage participant data.
• Experience supporting offenders or marginalised groups in justice, training, or counselling.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group sessions on goals, social skills, coping with change, and healthy relationships.
• Complete initial assessments, enrol participants, and create tailored action plans.
• Provide one-to-one guidance to review goals and maintain ongoing support.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor progress using internal IT systems.
• Balance caseloads by delivering group work while providing individual support.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Group sessions

Motivation coaching

Safeguarding

IT literacy

Offenders support

Job description

Prisoner Trainer/Mentor - HMP New Hallwith some travel across the region

Up to £30,000

Full-time (37 hours), Permanent

The Role

We are looking for a Trainer who will support participants in custody as part of the Creating Future Opportunities (CFO) Evolution Programme. In this role, you will deliver a structured six-week course to small groups, as well as provide tailored one-to-one support. Working closely with prison staff, facilitators, and peer mentors, you’ll play a key part in preparing individuals for release, supporting rehabilitation, and reducing reoffending.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group sessions on topics including goal setting, social interaction, coping with change, and healthy relationships.
• Complete initial assessments, enrol participants, and create tailored action plans.
• Provide one-to-one guidance to review goals and offer ongoing support.
• Build positive, non-judgemental relationships to foster a safe and supportive environment.
• Manage a caseload, balancing group delivery with individual support and administration.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records using internal IT systems.
• Monitor progress and set clear objectives to support rehabilitation.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

About You

• Experience delivering structured sessions in group settings, with the ability to adapt to different needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and motivate participants.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles (training provided).
• Confident using IT systems to manage participant data.
• Experience supporting offenders or marginalised groups within justice, training, or counselling settings.
• Able to work towards targets and performance expectations.
• Awareness of the barriers faced by individuals in custody and the challenges of rehabilitation.
• Familiarity with prison environments and safeguarding considerations.

Skills Required

• Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain a professional approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of local and national training, education, and employment pathways.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team in a demanding environment.
• Creative, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.

Additional Information

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and enhanced security checks. It is a legal offence to apply for this role if you are on the Barred List.

Aspire Recruitment is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.