Business workshop supervisor

£42092

Sodexo, Ashford, Surrey

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 9 Nov | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ed932eabe7ca4d2b985d37bf5f8fa80a

Sodexo

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about empowering individuals through education and entrepreneurial skills? We are seeking a dedicated Business workshop supervisor to join our team and help transform the lives of prisoners by preparing them for successful reintegration into the community. The role involves supporting learners in developing their knowledge and skills to successfully complete accredited training. You will work with them to transform their business ideas into structured business plans, preparing them for a Business Start-Up qualification. The focus will be on planning and developing entrepreneurial ideas, boosting employability, and reducing reoffending rates. Key responsibilities include managing prisoners within a workshop setting, coordinating their work and training, promoting positive behaviour, and ensuring safe working practices for new participants. HMP & YOI Bronzefield is the largest women's prison in Europe which accommodates a diverse and complex population of women from restricted Status women who require the highest levels of security, women on remand (Who are often experiencing custody for the first time), as well as supporting women with chronic mental health conditions. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.,

Work effectively and efficiently with the Vocational Curriculum Lead to assist with innovative and stimulating workshop lessons for prisoners to encourage participation whatever level the prisoners are starting from.
Accountability for tools and tool safety.
Ensure all relevant policies and procedures, such as Security, Health and Safety and Prisoner Welfare, are adhered to and take responsibility of the work area.
Monitor take-up of taught training and progression of learners reporting any difficulties to your Line Manager.
Attend team meetings to evaluate progress and promote good practice and attend all staff meetings, which will include giving feedback on classes and ideas for development.
Establish a rapport with prisoners to encourage them to take their first steps in learning and achieve the correct training.
Monitor quality control of work produced by prisoners to maintain standards required.

Be highly organised.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation.
Knowledge of and commitment to best practice in equalities and diversity.
Ability to instruct effectively.
Commitment to developing skills and self-esteem of female prisoners.
To have an interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of prisoners
Willingness to innovate and demonstrate self-motivation.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
Every employee will be required to obtain a successful security clearance and CRB check.
Experience in a prison environment.
Experience of instructing/supporting people with challenging behaviour.
Experience of working with people from a range of cultural and faith backgrounds.

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.