Job Description

Details

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Reference number

430180

Salary

52,356 - 55,886
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

Scottish Prison Service

Type of role

Senior leadership

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

5

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Scotland

About the job

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Job summary

As a Operational Manager, you will be accountable for an area of the prison (for example a residential prisoner hall) or for a specific function (for example Operations or Offender Outcomes). Within your area you will have responsibilities such as budgets, staffing, projects and ensuring compliance with all legislation, rules and regulations. You will be a values-based leader with responsibility for a large team of First Line Managers, front line staff and have overall responsibility for those in our care within your accountable area.


You'll support the achievement of the SPS Corporate Plan and Vision through the constructive engagement of colleagues, the effective delivery of the establishment Annual Delivery Plan, role modelling the SPS values in all that you do. Additionally, you'll have responsibility for designing, initiating and/or delivering projects to bring about change which promotes the SPS Values and Vision.


You will ensure the highest levels of safety and well-being (physical and mental) for both your team and the people in our care, as well as creating a supportive environment that fosters growth and provides opportunities for development. This role offers a real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of those in our care, but also of the staff you will be working with.


You'll also act as Duty Manager, covering the entire prison on a shift basis, making all necessary decisions and overseeing incident management as required.


The typical working pattern will be Monday-Friday day shift working hours (normal working hours); however, you may be required to participate in an on call rota covering the role of Duty Manager. This will require shift work including weekend working and being on-call. By taking part in this you will be paid an annual rate of 2000 (pro rata for part time). Payments will be made on a monthly basis.

Job description

o Provide values based leadership which inspires and empowers. Act as a role model, using emotional intelligence to challenge inappropriate behaviour and support the personal and professional development of others.

o Accountable for the overall management of the systems and resources which enable the safe and secure supervision of prisoners in accordance with Prison Rules and Directions within given area. Responsible for those in our care and staff's well-being, including ensuring health and safety standards are met within area of responsibility.

o Build constructive and respectful relationships both internally and externally. Proactively manage stakeholder relationships and networks to develop the service; acting as a positive representative for the organisation and the SPS values in all interactions.

o Produce high quality analysis through deciphering and interpreting a variety of both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions and actions, aligned to SPS objectives and prison establishment priorities.

o Accountable for the drive and delivery of area of responsibility's agenda under the establishment's Annual Delivery Plan. Responsible for the translation of national and local corporate policy into operational actions within area.

o Implement and promote change which builds the SPS vision and values. Ensure staff engagement prior to and during change; supporting those resistant to change and empowering those who embrace it.

Person specification

Leadership Experience; Experience of providing values based leadership to others, able to direct, inspire and empower others, delivering positive outcomes through others.


Operational Experience; Management experience in a multi-faceted operations environment, able to lead and manage a team of managers and stakeholders, ensuring rules, regulations and legislation's are implemented and adhered to.


Making a Difference; Experience of initiating and driving change, whether through small incremental steps or larger change management processes.


Analytical Skills; Experience of analysing and interpreting complex information from a variety of sources, identifying the root cause of problems, trends and the bigger picture to inform decisions and actions.


Relationships & Collaboration; You build positive connections with people, groups and partners built on trust, respect and empathy.


Plan & Organise; You can manage your time and resources to achieve goals and objectives.


Listen & Communicate; You listen to deepen understanding of other people and their position. Communicate information, thoughts and ideas in a range of formats and adapt to suit your audience.


Develop Ourselves & Others; You are proactive and take ownership for your personal and professional development, learning and growth, whilst recognising the strengths and capabilities in other people and support them to develop and reach their potential.

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 52,356, Cross Departmental Opportunities contributes 15,167 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Opportunity to join Civil Service Pension scheme, with employer contributions starting at 27.1% rising to 27.9% after three years.


37 days annual leave, rising to 42 days from year six onwards


Free onsite parking & gym access


Maternity, paternity and adoption leave arrangements (above the statutory minimum), with the first 26 weeks at full pay and option to share leave with partner.


Access to a range of employee wellbeing support, including access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering free confidential 24-hour service providing specialist support for employees and their immediate family, and access to mental health support services.


Career development options, with commitment to supporting you reach your goals and furthering your career aspirations.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

Online application form - Apply Here



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Suzanne Brisbane Email : spsunitmanagervacancies@prisons.gov.scot Telephone : 01324 710416
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Recruitment team

Email : spsunitmanagervacancies@prisons.gov.scot

Further information

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Employee Resourcing Manager, Scottish Prison Service College, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with our response you may bring your complaint to the attention of the Civil Service Commission. Further information on the Commission's complaint procedure can be found at http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk.


https://www.sps.gov.uk/careers/our-roles/operational-management-careers