Prisoner Working Supervisor - HMP Bullingdon

Gov Facility Services Limited; Bicester; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in the UK is looking for a dedicated Prisoner Working Supervisor to join their team at HMP Bullingdon. This role involves supervising prisoner work, managing small refurbishment projects, and ensuring safety standards are met to create a secure environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and a trade qualification, along with a commitment to rehabilitation and positive change. A full-time permanent position with competitive benefits is offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Understanding of tools and equipment for small scale refurbishments.
• Experience of managing small refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Supervise prisoner work and ensure tasks are completed safely.
• Manage refurbishment projects and equipment usage.
• Drive positive change and rehabilitation within the prison.

Skills

Understanding of prisons and the prisoner working systems

Use of tools and equipment for refurbishments

Knowledge of health and safety principles

Experience in managing refurbishments

Experience supervising staff

Self-motivated and positive approach

Experience managing stakeholder relationships

Trade or building qualification

Education

Trade or building qualification (carpentry, plumbing, etc.)

Job description

Overview

Position: Prisoner Working Supervisor

Location: HMP Bullingdon

Salary: £34,931.68

Contract: Full time - Permanent

About You

We are seeking a dedicated Prisoner Working Supervisor to join our team at HMP Bullingdon, a CATEGORY B & Over 18's men prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues — we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Bullingdon runs like a self-contained city, and as the Prisoner Working Supervisor Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation; like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.

As a Prisoner Working Supervisor you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Responsibilities and Requirements

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Prisoner Working Supervisor with any combination of:

• Understanding of prisons and the prisoner working systems or a willingness to learn — Desirable
• Understanding of how to use tools and equipment to complete small scale refurbishments — Essential
• Knowledge of working safely and putting health and safety principles into practice — Essential
• Experience in managing small scale refurbishments and projects — Essential
• Experience of supervising staff — Essential
• Self-motivated with a positive 'can do' approach to work — Desirable
• Experience managing relationships with various stakeholders — Desirable
• Trade or building qualification of some description such as carpentry, painting and decorating, plumbing or electrics — Essential

If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.

Benefits and Culture

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.

Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

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Pride In People.

We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where every employee has a voice, feels a sense of belonging, and is empowered to be their authentic self. We recognise the value that every employee brings and strive to satisfy differences while ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.

Future Plans
GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will, in future, be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to private sector providers no sooner than August 2027.

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