Residential Justice & Risk Management Lead

AWD online; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist criminal justice organization is seeking an Approved Premises Manager to lead the rehabilitation of high-risk individuals in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves overseeing risk management, ensuring effective operations, and fostering collaboration with partner agencies. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in Probation Studies or Social Work, and experience in the criminal justice field. Competitive salary and commitment to safeguarding are offered.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of the Criminal Justice Sector.
• Experience of delivering practice quality for individuals with complex needs.
• Skilled in facilitating workshops and discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of a residential service.
• Support staff development through training and coaching.
• Embed robust safeguarding and risk management practices.
• Build relationships with partner agencies.
• Drive quality improvement through policy review.

Skills

Knowledge of the Probation Service

Experience in multi-agency working

Experience managing risk

Understanding of diversity and inclusion

Coaching and developing individuals

Education

Diploma in Probation Studies or equivalent

Social Work qualification (BA or MA)

Job description

A specialist criminal justice organization is seeking an Approved Premises Manager to lead the rehabilitation of high-risk individuals in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves overseeing risk management, ensuring effective operations, and fostering collaboration with partner agencies. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in Probation Studies or Social Work, and experience in the criminal justice field. Competitive salary and commitment to safeguarding are offered.