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M: Instructor Cable Stripping (Ref: 19589)
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M: Instructor Cable Stripping (Ref: 19589)
HM Prison Wymott – Industries Department Location: PR26 8LW
Job Title: M: Instructor
Group Profile: Mentor Organisation Level: Delivery Band: 3
Overview of the Role
This is a non-operational but critical role within an establishment. The Instructor will provide supervision, guidance, and structured work experience to prisoners in non-specialist workshops where no qualifications are awarded.
- This is not a training-focused role designed for prisoners to gain post-level qualifications.
- Specialist workshops require a Specialist Production Instructor (separate role).
- Despite being classified as non-operational, the role involves workshop management and prisoner conduct responsibilities.
- Rotational role (conducted on a temporary basis when required).
Key Purpose
Ensure prison workshops operate as safe, disciplined, and constructive environments, mirroring external employment standards where practical.
Core responsibilities include:
- Maintaining strict security, discipline, and security protocols at all times.
- Ad-hoc temporary supervision of prisoners in specialised workshops (short-term, 1–5 days) where HMPPS seeks flexible support.
- Supporting the operational delivery of HMPPS workshops, monitoring performance, and maintaining quality outputs.
Main Responsibilities & Duties
General Workshop & Pr embargoisoner Roles
- Participate in prisoner selection for workshops.
- Conduct induction sessions training in:
- Health and safety.
- COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
- Secure equipment usage (machinery, tools).
- Storage and accountability of resources.
- Monitor equipment to ensure security and compliance.
- Develop tailored training to meet individual prisoner needs while adhering to contractual goals.
Pr officeramento Management
- Supervise and manage prisoners decently, safely, and securely.
- Conduct site searches (metal detector or rub-down).
- Monitor performance, discipline, and development.
- Control discipline and freedom within the workshop environment.
Operational & Task Leadership
- Administer work schedules and enforce targets/quality standards.
- Review products and outputs regularly.
- Mandate quality checks to meet contractual specifications.
- Allocate tasks, ensure مواد materials requisitioning for goals.
- Track and approve payments/hours worked (including piece rates).
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Compliance & Reporting
- Health and Safety compliance: Formal risk/assessments for workshops + tasks.
- Contribute to workplace safety planning.
- Support case management reports, including:
- ACCT forms (Assessment, Care in Custody & Teamwork).
- IEP reports and other mandatory documentation.
- Evidence-based facilitation of parole/planning, security, and release processes.
- Provide violence reduction and security incident reports.
Administrative & Communication Responsibilities
- Prepare relevant documentation for verification.
- Manage and update HMPPS occupational data.
- Maintain radio-channel communication per establishment security policy.
- Organise participation in meetings/development sessions.
Note: The above summary does not include all possible tasks. The post may evolve with operational adjustments (addressed under Job Evaluation Scheme).
Key behaviors expected
- Leadership through constructive workplace direction.
- Communicating & Influencing with clarity.
- Quality assurance in all workflows.
- Collaboration with colleagues while overseeing multiple duties.
Language Requirement
- Competence in either:
- English ready for spoken work, or
- Welsh (specified for roles within Wales).
Contractual Information
Working Hours & Allowances
- 37-hour standard week (conditionally applies to unsocial hours entitlement).
Employment Benefits
- Salary: £29,107.
- Civil Service Pension Support: Employer adds £8,432/annum towards pension (compound 32% scheme).
- Learning & Development: Professional progression opportunities.
- Flexible & Inclusive Work: Space for work-life balance.
- Leave Entitlements:
- Annual leave, Public holidays, and enhanced holiday rates.
- Season Ticket Advances: Further benefits for commuters.
- Civil Service Disability Scheme: Special provisions in selection.
About the Selection Process
Assessment Considerations
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Strengths & Behaviours matching these criteria:
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Leadership
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Effective Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
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Quality Service Management
Source: Further details in Success Profiles Module
Note: Interviewees will receive direct feedback post-assessment.
Security Check Requirements
- Full criminal record checks.
- Baseline Personnel Security Standard (PSS) clearance to access government/detention assets.
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Nationality Eligibility
Eligible candidates include:
- UK & Ireland nationals.
- Commonwealth/Government-recognised work permit holders.
- EU/EEE/Swiss citizens (including those with EUSS status or status applications active since 2020).
- Turkish nationals with accrued Civil Service rights.
Civil Service Values
- Merit-based appointments.
- Diversity and fairness across recruitment.
- Health and Safety prioritization in the workplace.
Disability Confident Scheme (DCS):
- Combat disability bias; candidates with disabilities exceeding minimum standards may be interviewed.
Veteran-Friendly Initiative:
- Inclusion through the Great Place to Work for Veterans programme.
Application Guidance
⚠ Essential:
- Avoid AI-driven support unless claims are factual and sourced directly from your work experience.
- Plagiarism will result in withdrawal (further details here) and potentially disciplinary action taken against prospective employees.
Contact & Next Steps
For recruitment enquiries or additional details:
- Brand: SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team
- Phone: 03452 41 5358
Equality & Vulnerability Support
- Safeguarding adjustments: Request assurance through your interview if needed.
- Challenging the selection process: Contact SSCL or find Civil Service Commission protocols.
Civil Service Pledge
Civil servants are expected to uphold a code of conduct based on Integrity, Professionalism & Objectivity. The role follows the Civil Service Commission's hiring principles.
Further guidance during recruitment available at: 🔗 https://justicejobs.tal.net/cms/About%20the%20MOJ
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