Job Description

Job Introduction

We are excited to announce a newly created leadership opportunity at HMP Peterborough, the UK's only prison that accommodates both male and female prisoners.


We are seeking a dynamic

Head of Offender Management and Public Protection

to join our team and lead this critical function. This role offers a unique chance to shape offender management and public protection strategies within a diverse and complex environment.


As a Head of offender management services you will lead, promote, and oversee the delivery of all offender management processes through strategic priorities in accordance with Company values and wider HMPPS directions.


The successful candidate will be responsible for managing several work area(s) within the Offender Management Function and aspects of Public Protection for the establishment. As a member of the Senior Leadership team, you will contribute and implement their function's objectives as defined in the establishment's roadmap and delivery plans.


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.

Applicants for this role must have prior experience working within the prison service.

This experience is essential to ensure a strong understanding of operational environments, procedures, and the unique demands of supporting logistics within a secure setting. Only candidates who meet this requirement will be considered. Thank you for your understanding.

Main Responsibilities

You will be working across two male and female prisons to ensure delivery that meets the identified needs of males, females, and young offenders Maintain collaborative partnerships with HOMDs and Probation Service East of England region. Ensure effective stakeholder management and liaison with external agencies, particularly those with a focus on risk management, public protection, violence reduction, and rehabilitation. Lead the delivery of OMIC across the prison. Work collaboratively with Head of Reducing Reoffending and Safer Prisons Leads to implement and embed the Remand Prisoner Support Model. Work in conjunction with Head of Security to ensure strict adherence to Monitoring of Prisoner Communications policies and procedures. Alongside the Head of Reducing Reoffending, be responsible for ensuring the prisoner journey is sequenced and understood throughout the prison to achieve the best possible outcomes for prisoners. Ensure local strategies align with the needs of the populations of HMP Peterborough, male and female, and inform wider criminal justice priorities. Timely production of management information and reports, being responsive to requests from HMPPS and Sodexo for evidence of delivery. Alongside the Probation Service, to provide the lead for the management of risk including MAPPA and Public Protection procedures.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

Proven track record of authentic leadership and people management of teams. Technical knowledge of relevant prison legislation, policy frameworks, inspection and audit processes, as well as the wider criminal justice system. Able to prioritise resources and remain resilient to achieve establishment objectives and protect the public. Experience of responding to changes in policy and legislation effectively and efficiently. Ability to manage, develop and lead client and 3rd party key stakeholder relationships. Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Good understanding of Service Level Agreements. Understanding and awareness of commercial and contractual issues. Understanding of HMIP Expectations relating to Offender Management. High level Risk Management skills.

Desirable

Senior Leadership experience. Experience of contract management or managing performance in a complex environment / organisation. Experience of OMiC delivery in a custodial setting.

Package Description

Competitive Salary

Working hours- 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

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; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, 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're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.


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. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.