Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor - Lewes

Government Facility Services Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor at HMP Lewes to oversee maintenance projects while ensuring safety and quality. The role requires a trade qualification and experience in supervising staff. Benefits include 25 days of holiday and access to private GP services. Ideal for individuals looking to make a positive difference in a secure environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave 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 how to use tools and equipment to complete small-scale refurbishments.
• Knowledge of working safely and applying health and safety principles.
• Experience in managing small-scale refurbishments and projects.
• Experience of supervising staff.
• Trade or building qualification in carpentry, painting and decorating, plumbing or electrics.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cred Supervisor Maintenance Team in refurbishments.
• Ensure health and safety principles are applied.
• Coordinate and supervise staff on site.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to execute works.

Skills

Understanding of tools and equipment

Knowledge of health and safety principles

Experience in managing small-scale refurbishments

Experience supervising staff

Trade qualification in carpentry, painting, plumbing, or electrics

Job description

Overview

Position: Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor
Location: HMP Lewes
Salary: £34,931.68
Contract: Full time - Permanent

About You: We are seeking a dedicated Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor to join our team at HMP Lewes, a CATEGORY B & Male Adult prison. Join a team that works Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Lewes operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As the Cred Supervisor Maintenance Team, we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation; everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider families and community.

As a Purposeful Prisoner Working Supervisor you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, Administrators and others, 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, apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

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

Responsibilities

• Support the Cred Supervisor Maintenance Team in delivering small-scale refurbishments and related projects within the prison environment.
• Work safely and ensure health and safety principles are applied in all activities.
• Coordinate and supervise staff on site, providing guidance and supervision to ensure quality workmanship.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and colleagues across trades to plan, procure, and execute works.

Qualifications

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

Benefits & Workplace

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, with a range of non-contractual benefits including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and information services. There are also financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. GFSL emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and opportunities for career progression.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will, in future, be delivered by private sector providers. Following a successful procurement, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026. As the programme unfolds, more details will be provided.

Pride in People. Do the Right Thing. One Team. GFSL is ISO 9001 Certified.