Job Description

Vacancy Type
Permanent
Location
HMYOI Polmont
Pay Band
D
Salary
36,268 - 42,587

Closing Date

21/11/2025, 23:55
Hours of work
Shift Work
Full or Part Time
Full-Time
Weekly Hours
35
Job Purpose
The post holder will be responsible for the effective management and development of those in our care within the context of vocational training and employment. They will support those in our care in gaining nationally recognised qualifications aimed at improving their employment prospects on release
Responsibilities
Maintain security and discipline in the workplace by the monitoring of tool issue, rub down searches and searches of the workplace meeting security standards set by National policy

Ensure effective use of resources including budget, prisoner numbers, wages, materials, and equipment with functional areas

Ensure effective maintenance of machinery and equipment is carried out in accordance with regulations

Responsible for ensuring a safe environment for all women, young people, adults and staff, compliant with relevant standards through the application of regular Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Person Specification

SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Competencies for Success Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are eight, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them, you will be assessed on those identified as key to role.
Qualification Requirements
Served a recognised apprenticeship in Fabrication & Welding & achieved accredited qualifications at SVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent. ESSENTIAL

Hold either D32/D33 or equivalent (A1 or L & D9D (1)) or willing to work towards. ESSENTIAL
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements
Experience of a diverse range of fabrication methods. ESSENTIAL

Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, particularly in relation to Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. ESSENTIAL

A knowledge and understanding of the strategy for the management women and young people, Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) and the Vision for Young People in Custody. DESIRABLE

Experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel and associated software packages. ESSENTIAL
Behaviour Requirements
Listen & Communicate

Relationships & Collaboration
Selection method 1
Role Specific Test
Selection method 2
Situational Judgement Test
Selection method 3
Cognitive Ability Test
Selection method 4
Group Exercise
Selection method 5
Final Stage Interview