HM Prison and Probation Service
Business Administrator - HMP / YOI Norwich (Ref: 19585)
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Business Administrator - HMP / YOI Norwich (Ref: 19585)
Administrative Support Role HMP Norwich, NR1 4LU 37-hour working week
About the Role
Job holders within this Group Profile provide essential administrative support to managers and frontline staff by managing transactional work within specific areas of the operation. Success requires competence in core administrative tasks—specific qualifications or training will be outlined in the matched job description.
Key responsibilities include:
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Record-keeping & Communication
- Organise and maintain accurate records for their operational area.
- Serve as the primary liaison for all communications within the team.
- Prioritise and distribute correspondence to appropriate personnel or departments.
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Operational & Scheduling Tasks
- Complete monitoring returns and input requisitions to finance systems.
- Process supply requisitions for designated areas.
- Coordinate awareness/liaison events for relevant stakeholders.
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Record Management & Reporting
- Update and audit databases, manual filing systems, and logs within SLA timescales.
- Produce reports directly tied to SDI metrics.
- Attend and support meetings as secretary (preparing agenda, distributing minutes, tracking action items).
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Rotational Nature of the Role
Successful applicants may hold these specific Administrative Business Analyst roles (with training):
- Activity Hub
- Business Hub
- Employment
- Equality
- Resettlement
- Offender Management Hub
- Medical/Healthcare
- Regional Admin Support
- Security Intelligence/Chaplaincy/Safe Decent & Secure
- Social & Mental Health
- Programmes & Psychology (See full list above for complete rotator specialisations.)
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Complete mandatory specialised training post-appointment.
- Fluency in English (mandatory), or Welsh (region-specific roles).
Role-Specific Security Clearance
- Criminal record checks + baseline personnel vetting standards.
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Security/Nationality Eligibility
- Available to:
- UK/ROI/EU nationals + UK/EU citizen family members
- Vedded Commonwealth citizens
- Applicants with Tier-4 visas/temporary leave (by exception)
Core Competencies
- Changing and Improving
- Communicating and Influencing
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Ensuring Quality Standards
- Delivering Under Pressure
Martial & Documentation Specifications
The full civil discipline framework applies; ethical conduct objectives align with the [Civil Service Code](opens in new window).
Working Conditions & Benefits
- Flexible working policies to promote work-life balance.
- Enhanced benefits:
- Civil Service pension: Employer contribution of 28.97% (saving £8,432/year towards membership).
- Generous leave policies (annual/holiday entitlements).
Contact for Queries
Recruitment & Vetting
Email: moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk
Phone: 0345 241 5358
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