Prison Industries Cover Instructor

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  • York
  • £30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 hours ago
Are you a flexible, motivated individual with practical skills and a passion for supporting others? We are seeking a Prison Industries Cover Instructor to provide vital support across a variety of prison workshops. You will step in during periods of sickness, annual leave, or other absences to ensure prisoners continue purposeful activity and skill development without interruption.This role is perfect for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys working in different environments, and is committed to helping people build new skills and improve their futures.About the RoleYou will cover multiple prison industries including manufacturing, sewing, horticulture, cleaning, waste management, upcycling, and other workshop areas as required.Your main responsibilities will include supervising and motivating prisoners, delivering hands-on training, maintaining production and quality standards, and ensuring a safe and secure working environment.You will work closely with custodial staff, Work & Skills Coaches, and case managers to support prisoners’ development and rehabilitation goals.Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver hands-on training and workshop instruction across a range of prison industries, adapting to the specific needs of each area.
  • Supervise and motivate prisoners, promoting positive behaviour, safety, and productivity.
  • Manage workshop operations to meet production targets and quality standards.
  • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and security protocols, including tool control and prisoner searches.
  • Carry out risk assessments and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Complete administrative duties such as attendance logs, shift reports, and quality checks.
  • Provide regular updates and reports on prisoner progress to case managers and relevant staff.
  • Communicate effectively with prison staff and workshop managers to ensure smooth handovers and continuity.
What We’re Looking For
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: manufacturing, cleaning, waste management, horticulture, sewing/upcycling, or similar.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to different workshop environments while maintaining high standards.
  • Strong skills in supervising, motivating, and managing a team of prisoners.
  • Good organisational skills with attention to detail in record-keeping and reporting.
  • Awareness of health, safety, and risk assessment procedures within industrial or workshop settings.
  • Understanding or willingness to learn prison security protocols, including Level A and Level B prisoner searches.
  • Ability to provide tailored support to prisoners with diverse needs, including those with neurodivergent traits or mental health challenges, is desirable.
  • Experience in a custodial or secure environment is an advantage.
  • Qualifications in manufacturing or industrial operations are desirable but not essential.
Why This Role MattersYour flexibility and expertise will ensure continuous, high-quality activity for prisoners, helping them develop skills and confidence. By maintaining smooth workshop operations across multiple industries, you play a crucial part in their rehabilitation and future employability.

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