Team Leader Prison Visits

Charles Hunter Associates; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a Team Leader for the Prison Visits Centre at a new category C prison near York. This permanent full-time role involves managing operations, ensuring visitor safety, and fostering strong relationships with families and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and project management experience within custodial settings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a Project or Resource in a custodial or community environment.
• Strong managerial and leadership experience.
• Knowledge of managing databases and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Prison Visits Centre.
• Create a welcoming environment for visitors.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Tools

Database Management

Job description

Do you have experience managing a project, community or custodial resource? Do you have strong leadership and managerial experience? Are you passionate about working in the criminal justice or custodial system?

My client is a leading charity who provide services in prisons and the probation service for recovery and custodial projects.

I am looking for a Team Leader to lead the Prison Visits Centre for a brand new, category C prison based just outside of York.

The Visits Team Leader is a permanent full time role paying £27,000 - £33,000 per annum on a Monday to Friday working pattern 37 hours, with some flexibility required for special events.

The successful candidate must have

• Experience managing a Project, Resource, Day Centre preferably within a custodial, prison or community environment
• Strong managerial and leadership experience
• Knowledge of managing databases, scheduling, project or resource management
• Experience working with families and creating strong stakeholder relationships

You role will be to

• Manage the smooth day to day running of the Prison Visits Centre
• Create a warm and welcoming environment for all visitors
• Manage Visit Receptionists and Play Workers
• Ensure all visit sessions and special events are completed within health and safety, security and custodial protocols
• Manage the visit scheduling, database and administration

If you are looking for an exciting new role in a brand new modern prison, apply now!