Job Description
Job Description
This is a permanent role and paying up to £25,623 per annum, prison clearance will be required upon successful hire. 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri)OVERALL PURPOSE:To co-ordinate meaningful activity for the older population resident in HMP Lowdham Grange providing high quality, innovative, holistic, advice and information in a responsive manner ensuring the needs of our service users, who often experience multiple and complex disadvantages are met.Works with: Older Prisoners, Prison and Probation Staff, Healthcare providers and other agencies within the prison.Also with: HMPPS (His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service), Ministry of Justice, housing providers, local authorities and other third sector organisations.ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Service Delivery and Support:
o Ensure positive health and wellbeing.
o Provide person-centered activities that reflect individual rights and preferences.
o Maintain meticulous records and share data responsibly.
* Collaboration and Communication:
o Engage with the wider Recoop team, other prison departments and external stakeholders.
o Promote a positive work ethic and team culture.
o Participate in relevant meetings and continuous professional development.
* Strategic and Technical Contributions:
o Contribute to innovative service development.
o Advocate for Recoop service growth and business development.
o Provide regular progress reports and maintain knowledge of relevant policies.
* Management and Compliance:
o Collect monitoring information and deliver reports.
o Adhere to safety and risk requirements.
o Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:
* Essential:
* Educated to at least "A" level, DipSW, or NVQ level 3.
* Teaching or training qualifications (or willing to work towards).
* Desirable:
* Degree level education or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline.
WORK EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:
* Essential:
* Ability to build effective relationships.
* Experience of working with older people, people in Criminal justice, or social care settings.
* Experience of delivering services for older people.
* Experience writing reports, letters, and other correspondence.
* High level of IT literacy and a willingness to learn and use prison and Recoop IT systems.
* Strong motivational skills.
* Desirable:
* Working with people with basic skills.
* Knowledge of the voluntary sector.
* Skilled in training/coaching/presenting.
* Possess business development skills, identify, and develop potential funding opportunities.
* Evidenced knowledge of the national and local offender management strategies.
* Experience of supporting and motivating others.
ADDITIONAL QUALITIES:
* Full current driving licence and use of vehicle.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Outcome-focused - emphasis on action, delivery, results, and performance.
* Work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
* Resilient and calm under pressure, able to meet deadlines.
* In-depth understanding of issues faced by older people and offenders with complex needs.
If you are interested in this role, please contact Andy at Service Care Solutions on or email