Job Introduction
Barber at HMP Altcourse
* Location: HMP Altcourse
* Working hours: 40 per week
* Salary: Up to £28,000
* Please see our attached benefits guide for everything we have to offer.
We are seeking a Barber to join our team at HMP Altcourse.
Are you a skilled barber looking for a unique and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to provide quality grooming services within a secure prison environment.
This role offers the chance to make a positive impact on inmates’ well-being while working in a structured and supportive setting. If you're ready for a challenging yet fulfilling position, this could be the perfect fit for you!
Working with Sodexo is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you, you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Experience and knowledge requirement for this role:
* You will be working with challenging prisoners who may at times present with problematic behaviour.
* Train the prisoners to a recognized qualification in barbering so you will be in close contact with prisoners.
* You will be accountable of the equipment and tools in the salon and the safe use of them.
* You will be in change or managing a diary for Prisoner appointments.
* Develop a salon style training environment.
* Must have great communication skills.
* Ensure all relevant policies and procedures are followed to ensure the safeguarding of prisoners including health and safety and the local security strategy.
* Proven experience in barbering
* Experience of working as a barber
* Understanding of current legislation and health and safety issues within the Hair & beauty trade salon.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work in a controlled environment and remain calm under pressure.
* To be considered for this role, you must hold a valid barbering or hairdressing qualification.
* A valid barbering instructor qualification is required for this position or experience as a trainer.
What we offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you.
* Wide range of Employee benefits
* Work within a supportive, and highly motivated team.
* Access to ongoing training and development programs
* Countless opportunities to grow within the company.
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.
We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.
Ready to be part of something greater?