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<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 8 Senior Psychologist post across HMPPS Psychology Services for the Youth Custody Service. Successful applicants will work closely with all partners within YCS to promote the safety and safeguarding of children in our care and provide a safe working environment for all. This includes the ongoing implementation or various projects to promote a safer environment by meeting the needs of all children in our care. Successful applicants would preferably be based in one of the YCS sites but be willing and able to travel across England and Wales to enable effective partner engagement. Experience of working with children in custody is desirable although not essential and full training and support will be provided. All interested parties are therefore encouraged to apply or contact <a href="mailto:ycs.psychology@justice" target="_blank">ycs.psychology@justice.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion. This is a permanent position either on level transfer or promotion. Applicants must be two years post qualification prior to taking up post.SummaryThe job holders covered by this job description are usually categorised as specialists in their field or those whose role requires significant additional experience, training and personal development. The job holder will largely excel in the area of risk assessment or be a specialist in a specific area such as working with those convicted of sexual offending. At this level the jobholder may have responsibility for the key specialist tasks involved in the delivery of a programme or related individual case management which would also entail overseeing the quality of delivery and supervision. They will also provide direction and support for other supervisors. The job holder will be working with complex individuals and staff and applying their experience and competence in the area of psychology to reduce the risk of harm and re-offending by undertaking complex risk assessments, conducting research, providing consultancy and delivering training for staff and interventions (individual and group). This is a non-operational job with line management responsibilities. This role is non-rotational.Responsibilities, Activities and DutiesThe job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:<ul><li>Conducts full case reviews on difficult cases and offers authoritative advice on next steps relating to sentence plan</li><li>Specialises in delivery of psychology services in settings such as therapeutic community wings or PIPEs</li><li>Lead and supervise and facilitate group sessions</li><li>Offers professional opinion to multi-functional teams conducting offender reports e.g. risk reports, parole reports on high risk or vulnerable offenders</li><li>Develops and/or strategies such as sexual offending or indeterminate sentence assessment and intervention strategy</li><li>Delivers and supervises (treatment management) the delivery of more complex programmes e.g. healthy sex programme</li><li>Provides consultancy support to colleagues such as Senior Management Team (SMT) in relation to psychology services and outcomes</li><li>Conducts relevant research including data gathering and analysis</li><li>Act as a “professional witness” in parole board hearings, multi-agency meetings, and other formal settings where psychology input is required. May also act as expert witness in respect of court proceedings for Ministry of Justice</li><li>Responsible for managing and providing professional supervision to trainee forensic psychology staff</li><li>Provides supervision, training, mentoring and support to trainee psychologists and where relevant other staff such as interventions staff</li><li>Assist in national specialist tasks such as training on courses related to their specialist discipline</li><li>Provides professional supervision to support a trainee in developing through the key steps towards chartered and registered status. This may be as a coordinating or designated supervisor</li><li>Ensures staff are developed in accordance with key competencies and gateways and ensuring consistency across the team in the application of policies and procedures affecting staff and offenders</li><li>Leads on risk assessment and resulting risk management of complex, vulnerable or high-risk offenders. Will be competent to undertake the full range of risk assessments including the more complex risk assessments. Gives feedback of the assessment to the individual and other stakeholders</li><li>Contributes to other offender management processes (usually with more complex cases in work such as Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) assessments and self-harm or personality disorder assessments)</li><li>Provides consultancy role to wider team on their specialist activity. Visit a range of sites/forums to advise on complex cases</li><li>Act as a negotiation adviser where suitable and competence has been demonstrated</li><li>Manage own Continued Professional Development (CPD) requirements and maintains professional standards</li><li>Ensure they maintain their professional Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration</li><li>Provide a psychological contribution to the work of areas of the wider service provision (such as a therapeutic community or regime activity)</li><li>Provide psychological reports when requested for those convicted of a life sentence and to submit within the appropriate time framework</li><li>Responsible for relevant accreditation audit baselines as detailed in the audit document</li><li>Line management of trainee psychologists</li></ul>The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder. An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh.Behaviours<ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Possess a professional background in Psychology</li><li>Experience in providing clinical supervision</li><li>Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practise</li><li>They are likely to also be a Chartered Psychologist and Full member of the appropriate division of the BPS if the post requires it</li></ul>Technical requirements<ul><li>The job holder will be a Registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council and eligible to use a protected title.</li></ul>Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances37 hour working week.<h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Licences</h4>• HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist • Possess a professional background in Psychology o Experience in providing clinical supervision o Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practise o They are likely to also be a Chartered Psychologist and Full member of the appropriate division of the BPS if the post requires it • The post holder should have two years post registration experience at the point of taking up post.<h4>Memberships</h4>• HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist • Possess a professional background in Psychology o Experience in providing clinical supervision o Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practise o They are likely to also be a Chartered Psychologist and Full member of the appropriate division of the BPS if the post requires it • The post holder should have two years post registration experience at the point of taking up post.<h4>Languages</h4>Spoken and written English<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £55,457, HM Prison &amp; Probation Service contributes £16,065 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a> Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>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)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5358</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a> <a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13627?entityId=13627" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13627?entityId=13627</a>

HM Prison & Probation Service

Youth Custody Senior Safety Psychologist - Psychology Services (Ref: 13627)

202510: Prison Officer - HMP Hull Futures

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First Time Prison Officer Recruitment Scheme – Long-Term High Security Estate

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Support WorkerLocation: Newton Longville Salary: £13.26 per hour Hours: Part-time (22.5 hours per week) opportunities Contract: PermanentMake a difference every day. Help people live with dignity and independence.We currently have opportunities for Support Workers to join our registered care home, Litslade Farm, where we provide care and support for individuals with learning and physical disabilities.As a Support Worker, you will play an important role in empowering people to live independently and achieve their personal goals. You will work in a safe and supportive environment where respect and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.What You Will Be DoingAs part of the role, you will:<ul><li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li><li>Promote independence through life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li><li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li><li>Organise and assist with outings, appointments, and activities</li><li>Administer medication and maintain a healthy, safe environment</li><li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li><li>Induct and mentor new staff members</li><li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li></ul>You will be part of a friendly, collaborative team that works together to provide compassionate, person-centred care. About YouWe are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul><li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li><li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li><li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li><li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification. Why Join Hightown?We value our people and offer:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service (pro rata)</li><li>Blue Light Card: Access to discounts for various large and local retailers</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary review</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance (three times annual salary)</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference, and medical checks.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.Ready to make a difference? Apply today and start your journey with Hightown.

Hightown Housing Association

Support Worker

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Waking Night Project Worker Location: Newton Longville Salary: £23,532 per annum for a 35-hour contract Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: PermanentBe a source of reassurance and support during the night. We have an opportunity for a Waking Night Project Worker at Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville. We empower adults with learning disabilities to live as independently as possible, and we are looking for someone who can provide calm, reliable support throughout the night.What You Will Be DoingAs a Waking Night Project Worker, you will:<ul><li>Support vulnerable adults during night hours, ensuring their safety and wellbeing</li><li>Communicate effectively using methods tailored to individual needs</li><li>Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care</li><li>Promote independence and respect the wishes of the people we support</li><li>Maintain accurate records and report any concerns promptly</li><li>Respond to and document any crisis events that may occur during the night</li><li>Administer medication if required and complete household tasks</li><li>Provide personal care when needed, ensuring respect, dignity and safety are upheld</li><li>Offer emotional support as required</li></ul>You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and compassion, creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. About YouWe are looking for someone who is calm, reliable, and committed to delivering excellent care.You will also need to:<ul><li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li><li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li><li>Be flexible and able to work night shifts, including weekends and bank holidays</li><li>Understand equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles</li><li>Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>Previous experience is helpful but not essential, as we provide full training. We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification. Why Join Hightown?We value our people and offer:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata), including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>Blue Light Card: Access to discounts for National and Local retailers</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary review</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance (three times annual salary)</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference, and medical checks.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.Ready to make a difference during the night? Apply today and start your journey with Hightown.

Waking Night Project Worker

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Scheme Manager - Litslade FarmAbout the roleAre you passionate about making a difference and thrive in dynamic environments? Join us as an experienced Scheme Manager to review support plans, supervise staff, manage change, and bring creative ideas to enhance our service.Litslade Farm is a learning disability residential care home that supports 8 people with various complex needs. We support people who are Non-Verbal, require nutrition, hydration and medication via a PEG tube, diabetics who require insulin injections, stoma care, hoisting and full personal care.This is a fast-paced scheme that requires an enthusiastic and energetic individual to manage and thrive. The scheme offers 24-hour care with 7 AM staff and 7 PM staff and 4 waking night staff.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Empowerment and Support: Lead and inspire a dedicated team to support vulnerable people in achieving independence and fulfilling lives, collaborating with social workers and other professionals.</li><li>Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies to ensure a smooth and supportive journey for each young person.</li><li>Team Leadership: Manage and support a team of Support Workers and Waking Night Workers.</li><li>Operational Management: Oversee staff rotas, including organising annual leave and covering sickness.</li></ul>You will be responsible for managing the scheme rota, recruitment and induction of new staff. This role may also require managerial shifts covering the weekend where necessary to ensure full and consistent cover of all shifts.It is essential that you have strong IT skills, the ability to empower and lead a team of support staff to deliver exceptional care and support, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.Who we are looking forWe are keen to recruit an individual who shares and demonstrates our values, which are:<ul><li>Putting the people we support first</li><li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li><li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li><li>Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety</li></ul> If you share our values, we would love you to work for us.The benefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£33,054 pa for a 37.5 hour week</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li><li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul> If you share our values, we would love you to work for us.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer

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