Ministry of Justice

Overview This is a management job which provides leadership and facilitates/enables religious and pastoral care to prisoners and staff within an establishment. This is a non operational job with line management responsibilities for leading and managing a multi faith and belief chaplaincy team. Although a managerial role rather than being faith or belief specific, post holders must be endorsed by the respective HMPPS Faith and Belief Adviser. The job holder will provide for the religious and pastoral care of prisoners and staff in their own faith or belief tradition, and appropriate pastoral care for all irrespective of faith/belief tradition or of none. The job holder will work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners or its successor policy framework document, and also the broader work of chaplaincy in delivering faith and non faith based courses. The job holder will contribute to the process by which the Governor and Head of Chaplaincy/Profession at headquarters are assured that these policies are being delivered. Responsible for leading on developing relationships with various support and volunteer groups and, where appropriate, act as Official Prison Visitor Liaison Officer. Takes responsibility for one's own spiritual health and development, allowing time for private prayer/reflection, study and retreat. Team and Personal Management Responsible for leading and managing a multi faith and belief chaplaincy team, ensuring chaplains are available and accessible to prisoners, the effective administration of chaplaincy, including prisoner lists for events and records, and promoting HMPPS policy in all activities and behaviours; e.g. diversity, decency, safety and reducing re offending agendas. Responsible for ensuring prisoners' complaints (including litigation claims) relevant to the Chaplaincy team are dealt with in accordance with policy. Carries out investigations and administration in relation to incidents of potential discrimination and reports on findings. Ensure chaplains and volunteers receive necessary training, development opportunities, mentoring and personal support, including after incidents, and nurture their contribution. Accountable for the performance of the Chaplaincy team and the staff within it. Manages achievement of qualitative and quantitative standards, verifies and signs off documentation, analyses and acts upon data, attends relevant boards/meetings, contributes as chair or member, produces reports and ensures all correspondence is replied to within agreed timescales. Pastoral Care & Worship/Meditation Provide pastoral care and seek to ensure spiritual welfare of prisoners and all staff, including acquiring and distributing appropriate faith/belief literature, supplies and materials; and arrange and lead worship/meditation for own faith/belief community, plan, organize hospital visits, weddings, funerals, memorial services where appropriate; assist offenders on release into the community or serving community sentences or other HMPPS funded community initiatives by agreement. Provide expert faith/belief advice within the establishment and support faith/belief groups in observing their religious holy days and festivals; plan and lead workshops and prayer/faith specific meetings. Responsible for ensuring and delivering awareness programmes for prisoners, including bereavement programmes and life long programmes, as applicable, and local faith/belief awareness training for staff. Stakeholder Relationships & Management Work closely with Safer Custody to ensure issues such as deaths in custody procedures, Assessment Care in Custody Teamwork (ACCT) and Violence Reduction are delivered in line with HMPPS standards; support prisoners in dealing with bereavement by liaising with families/prisoners and other third parties, e.g. hospitals, coroners' offices. Ensure the involvement of the Chaplaincy team in resettlement issues, engage and build contacts with own faith/belief community towards aiding the resettlement of prisoners, and develop contact strategy with outside faith/belief based agencies to help with resettlement. Contribute to the establishment's overall achievement of standards and be accountable for performance and delivery of targets relating to the budget and People Plan. Lead development of local policy, procedures and practice and implementation of national policy for chaplaincy services; ensure current practice aligns with policy (both national and local); contribute to the development and delivery of the medium to long term strategic and business plan for the establishment, with overall responsibility for implementation within the function; ensure all risk assessments are undertaken and staff are made aware of their personal responsibility towards health and safety compliance. Ensure relevant actions arising from Standard Audit, Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Prisons (HMIP) Action Plans, Quality, Assurance and Development (QuAD) reports, Managing Quality of Prison Life (MQPL) surveys including local self audit action plans and Resettlement strategies are delivered. Behaviours Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Working Together Faith / Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2022) Anglican Ordained Bishop, Priest, Deacon, Religious Brother/Sister, Church Army Evangelist, Reader (as set out in Canon E4 of the Canons of the Church of England or direct equivalent in other Anglican provinces) Christian Chaplain - Ordained Priest or Free Church equivalent Christian Ordained Deacon, Religious Brother, Sister, Lay Person Christian Science Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Free Church Non Ordained Deacon or Lay Person Free Church Ordained Roman Catholic Ordained Priest, Deacon, Brother, Sister, Lay Person Roman Catholic Ordained Priest Will have proven experience and skills in pastoral care and pastoral leadership, including crisis events. Technical Requirements Must complete specific training to hold the qualifications required for the area of specialism outlined on the relevant job description. Must be suitably qualified and have a formal recognised qualification in theology or religious study and be experienced such that the job holder will have received formal endorsements (where relevant) from the faith/belief community to which they belong. Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances Required Hours Allowance: this role requires working regular unsocial hours and a payment at the current approved organisation rate will be made in addition to your basic pay to recognise this. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Monday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank / Public holidays. Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and/or from home (you can only work in the UK, not overseas). Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Hybrid Working will not suit everyone's circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and will be subject to regular review. For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre employment checks. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding unpaid breaks. HMPPS welcomes part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the HMPPS Flexible Working policy. If you are a current NPS employee, this vacancy may be available on a Loan basis for up to 2 years. Applications are invited from suitable qualified staff. If you were appointed internally and your leave was previously calculated in days, this will continue to be the case. Eligibility: Nationalities 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 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 A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles. 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The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Faith and Pastoral Care Chaplain to provide support to prisoners and staff from their faith/belief tradition. You will engage with your community and deliver faith-based and non-faith programmes within a multifaith chaplaincy team. You will work to ensure delivery of policy frameworks, support resettlement, and contribute to training, meetings and events while maintaining confidential pastoral care and safeguarding standards.

The Ministry of Justice invites applications for a non-rotational Faith and Pastoral Care Chaplain role within the prison service. You will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff, and work within a multifaith chaplaincy to meet broader spiritual needs. You will engage with local faith communities, lead worship and study sessions, and contribute to policy delivery under PSI 05/2016. Hybrid working available across the UK with training and safeguarding responsibilities.

Allstaff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The post holder must undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. Overview of the job Job holders will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff of their own faith/belief tradition and have an understanding/knowledge of other faith/beliefs as part of a multifaith/belief chaplaincy team. Job holders will also be required to meet the pastoral needs of people of other faiths/beliefs and none. Summary The job holder will work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners or its successor policy framework and also the broader work of chaplaincy in delivering faith and non-faith-based courses. Will contribute to the process by which the Governor and Chaplain General/Head of Faith Services are assured that these policies are being delivered. The job holder will engage with and build contacts with their own faith/belief community towards aiding the resettlement of offenders. Takes responsibility for one's own spiritual health and development, allowing time for private prayer/reflection, study and retreat. This is a non-rotational, non-operational job with no line management or supervisory responsibilities. Responsibilities, Activities and Duties The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties: provide guidance on their faith/belief system in the establishment providing advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested, liaising with their Faith and Belief Adviser (FBA) or other FBA as appropriate; plan and lead worship/meditation, prayer and faith/belief specific meetings. Be part of the provision of available and accessible chaplaincy care at all times; facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship/meditation, study and religious programmes. Work collaboratively with other Chaplains, the Managing Chaplain, volunteers and external groups on the maintenance and provision of facilities for worship/meditation and prayer; contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures and practice; provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required. Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents; nurture Chaplaincy volunteers in their contribution; work with the Official Prison Visitor (OPV) Liaison Officer in promoting the scheme within the prison ensuring all prisoners are aware of it and to assist where required OPV volunteers; ensure their prison community is aware of relevant faith/belief events and coordinate establishment support for these. Acquire and distribute appropriate faith/belief literature, artefacts and materials; contribute to training programmes and materials for staff and volunteers. Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff; represent the chaplaincy team at establishment meetings, committees etc in the absence of the Managing Chaplain; actively support the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) process; attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member; with the agreement of the Managing Chaplain and establishment senior management team and as required, take on additional roles; e.g. Family Liaison Officer, Family Services single point of contact, volunteer coordinator etc; be proactive in forging links with their local faith/belief communities and other agencies, as relevant and consider ways in which these communities/agencies may become involved in supporting prisoners on release; participate in developing ways for improving and achieving targets as required, undertake and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant targets are collated; and assist in Probation Approved Premises (APs), with offenders on release into the community, those serving community sentences or other HMPPS funded community initiatives by agreement. 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. Behaviours Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions Changing and Improving Working Together Delivering at Pace Chaplains are required to meet the faith/belief eligibility requirements for their chosen faith/belief as outlined within the Group Profile. An ability to fulfil all spoken and written aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh. Technical Requirements Must complete specific training to hold the qualifications required for area of specialism outlined on the relevant job description. Faith/Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2023) Muslim Hold a recognised qualification in Islamic Studies at 'Alimiyyah / graduate level. Or Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Islam at an equivalent level. Be proficient in Tajweed (correct pronunciation of Arabic). Have demonstrable knowledge of the different schools of thought and denominations within Islam and be willing to help in, encourage interest in, and facilitate practice of those schools and denominations when required by different segments of the congregation. Formal endorsement by the candidate's faith community - through HMPPS Muslim Faith and Belief Adviser in Chaplaincy and Faith Services at headquarters. Evidence required before appointment. Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances If part time, hours to be confirmed. If full time: 37 hour working week. This role requires working regular unsocial hours and a payment at the current approved organisation rate will be made in addition to your basic pay to recognise this. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Monday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public Holidays. Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home. Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Some of MoJ's terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid. HMPPS welcomes part-time, flexible and job sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the HMPPS' Flexible Working policy. Bank, Public and Privilege Holidays You are entitled to 9 days (66 hours 36 minutes) in recognition of bank, public and privilege holidays. These hours are added to your annual leave allowance. There is a requirement to work some public and bank holidays subject to your shift pattern and the operational needs of the establishment. Pension The Civil Service offers a choice of two pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best. Work Life Balance HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) is keen to encourage alternative working arrangements. Work life balance provides greater opportunities for staff to work more flexibly wherever managers and establishments can accommodate requests to do so. HMPPS offers flexible working subject to completion of a satisfactory probationary period and NVQ. Season Ticket Advance After two months' service, you'll be eligible to apply for a season ticket advance to purchase a quarterly or longer period season ticket for travel between home and your place of work. Training HMPPS is committed to staff development and offers a range of training and development opportunities, including areas such as Equality and Diversity, Dealing with Challenging Behaviour, Suicide Prevention and Anti Bullying Programmes. There are opportunities to access promotion programmes and HMPPS provides a variety of training appropriate to individual posts. All staff receive security and diversity training and an individual induction programme into their new roles. All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post. All external candidates are subject to 6 months probation. Internal candidates are subject to probation if they have not already served a probationary period within HMPPS.

Overview Job holders within this Group Profile provide administrative support to managers and frontline staff by undertaking transactional work in a particular area. The job holder is expected to be competent in their area of work; any specific qualifications or training required will be detailed in the relevant job description. This is a non operational role which may involve contact with prisoners depending on the area of work. Responsibilities Organise, produce and maintain accurate records for the area of work. Act as the contact point for all communications to the team; prioritise and distribute communications to the appropriate person or relevant department in the establishment. Complete monitoring returns for the area of work. Input requisitions onto the finance database and process requisitions for the defined area of work. Coordinate any awareness sessions for the area of work. Prepare paperwork for checking by manager, conducting initial checks as required. Correspond with relevant stakeholders and agencies to ensure that information is adequately shared. Maintain and check establishment databases, manual filing systems and logs of information; respond within agreed timescales and produce reports as required. Collate information relating to relevant Service Delivery Indicators (SDIs). Act as secretary to meetings as required, including organising agenda, taking, distributing minutes and action points. Job Descriptions relating to this Group Profile Business Administrator: Activity Hub Business Administrator: Mobilisation, Transition and Transformation (MTT) Administration Support Business Administrator: Healthcare Business Administrator: Observation, Categorisation and Allocation (OCA) Business Administrator: Programmes Business Administrator: Psychology Business Administrator: Regional Admin Support - Wales Business Administrator: Regional Admin Support - North East Business Administrator: Safe Decent and Secure Business Administrator: Security Intelligence Collator Business Administrator: Social and Palliative Care Business Administrator: Substance Misuse and Drug Strategy Essential Skills / Qualifications / Accreditation / Registration Job holders must complete specific training in their specialism once they take up post. An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or, where specified in Wales, Welsh. Hours of Work and Allowances 37 hour working week. Behaviours Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Experience We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods: CV or Work History, Statement of Suitability Evidence of Experience EEO Statement As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ is committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace.

Ministry of Justice seeks a chaplain to provide faith and pastoral care to prisoners, staff and families within the Anglican/Porvoo tradition. The role is non-operational with no line management responsibilities and requires DBS clearance and safeguarding training. You will plan worship, coordinate facilities and support chaplaincy teams, collaborating with external faith groups to aid rehabilitation and release planning. Standard full-time hours apply.

Overview Job holders will provide faith and pastoral care to prisoners, staff and families within their own faith or belief tradition while recognising the needs of those from other traditions. The role is non rotational, non operational and does not involve line management. Responsibilities Offer guidance and pastoral care to prisoners, staff and families, liaising with the Faith and Belief Adviser (FBA) as required. Plan, lead and facilitate worship, meditation, prayer and faith specific meetings, ensuring chaplaincy care is available at all times. Co ordinate worship facilities and manage the distribution of faith materials. Assist with crisis management and mentorship for other chaplains and volunteers. Support the Official Prison Visitor (OPV) scheme and promote it to all prisoners. Develop local policy, procedures and practice in line with the relevant prison policy frameworks. Participate in training programmes for staff, volunteers and chaplaincy teams. Represent the chaplaincy team at meetings and committees, stepping in for the Managing Chaplain when necessary. Contribute to the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) process and other relevant boards. Forge links with local faith communities and external agencies to support prisoners on release. Collect and analyze data on service targets, ensuring accurate administration and reporting. Assist with probation approved premises activities as agreed. Required Qualifications and Attributes Strong communication and influencing skills. Capability to deliver high quality and adaptable service. Willingness to change and improve processes. Confidence in written and spoken English; Welsh is an advantage in Wales. Faith/Belief Eligibility (Jan 2023) Ordained (Bishop, Priest or Deacon) within the Anglican Communion or Porvoo Agreement churches. Minimum three years in Holy Orders, formal endorsement from the Diocesan Bishop. Signed Church of England/Church in Wales mutual flourishing documentation. Demonstrable knowledge of Anglican theology and practice. Diocesan DBS clearance; up to date safeguarding training. Hours of Work Standard full time hours are 37 hours per week excluding unpaid breaks. Part time arrangements may be considered subject to the role's requirements. Hours may include unsocial hours where required. Recruitment We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition. All applicants are considered under the Civil Service principle of equality and stated to meet these principles.

The Ministry of Justice is looking for a Chaplain to provide faith and pastoral care to prisoners and staff in Haverhill, England. This role involves planning and leading worship, delivering faith-based courses, and contributing to the spiritual well-being of individuals from various faiths and beliefs. Job holders will be part of a multifaith team, ensuring the delivery of pastoral care and supporting the resettlement of offenders. A recognized qualification in Islamic Studies is required for those applying for the Muslim Chaplaincy position.

Job holders will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff of their own faith/belief tradition and have an understanding/knowledge of other faith/beliefs as part of a multifaith/belief chaplaincy team. Job holders will also be required to meet the pastoral needs of people of other faiths/beliefs and none. The job holder will work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners or its successor policy framework and also the broader work of chaplaincy in delivering faith and non-faith-based courses. Will contribute to the process by which the Governor and Chaplain General/Head of Faith Services are assured that these policies are being delivered. The job holder will engage with and build contacts with their own faith/belief community towards aiding the resettlement of offenders. Takes responsibility for one's own spiritual health and development, allowing time for private prayer/reflection, study and retreat. This is a non-rotational, non-operational job with no line management or supervisory responsibilities. Responsibilities, Activities and Duties provide guidance on their faith/belief system in the establishment providing advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested, liaising with their Faith and Belief Adviser (FBA) or other FBA as appropriate; plan and lead worship/meditation, prayer and faith/belief specific meetings. Be part of the provision of available and accessible chaplaincy care at all times; facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship/meditation, study and religious programmes. Work collaboratively with other Chaplains, the Managing Chaplain, volunteers and external groups on the maintenance and provision of facilities for worship/meditation and prayer; contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures and practice; provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required. Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents; nurture Chaplaincy volunteers in their contribution; work with the Official Prison Visitor (OPV) Liaison Officer in promoting the scheme within the prison ensuring all prisoners are aware of it and to assist where required OPV volunteers; ensure their prison community is aware of relevant faith/belief events and coordinate establishment support for these. Acquire and distribute appropriate faith/belief literature, artefacts and materials; contribute to training programmes and materials for staff and volunteers. Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff; represent the chaplaincy team at establishment meetings, committees etc in the absence of the Managing Chaplain; actively support the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) process; attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member; with the agreement of the Managing Chaplain and establishment senior management team and as required, take on additional roles; e.g. Family Liaison Officer, Family Services single point of contact, volunteer coordinator etc; be proactive in forging links with their local faith/belief communities and other agencies, as relevant and consider ways in which these communities/agencies may become involved in supporting prisoners on release; participate in developing ways for improving and achieving targets as required, undertake and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant targets are collated; and assist in Probation Approved Premises (APs), with offenders on release into the community, those serving community sentences or other HMPPS funded community initiatives by agreement. 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. Behaviours Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions Changing and Improving Working Together Delivering at Pace Chaplains are required to meet the faith/belief eligibility requirements for their chosen faith/belief as outlined within the Group Profile. An ability to fulfil all spoken and written aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh. Technical Requirements Must complete specific training to hold the qualifications required for area of specialism outlined on the relevant job description. Faith/Belief Eligibility Requirements (January 2023) Muslim Hold a recognised qualification in Islamic Studies at 'Alimiyyah / graduate level. Or Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Islam at an equivalent level. Be proficient in Tajweed (correct pronunciation of Arabic). Have demonstrable knowledge of the different schools of thought and denominations within Islam and be willing to help in, encourage interest in, and facilitate practice of those schools and denominations when required by different segments of the congregation. Formal endorsement by the candidate's faith community - through HMPPS Muslim Faith and Belief Adviser in Chaplaincy and Faith Services at headquarters. Evidence required before appointment. Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances If part time, hours to be confirmed. If full time: 37 hour working week. Additional Information Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone's circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre employment checks. Some of MoJ's terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid. HMPPS welcomes part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the HMPPS' Flexible Working policy. If you are a current NPS employee, this vacancy may be available on a Loan basis for up to 2 years. Applications are invited from suitable qualified staff. The Loan/Secondment is subject to the approval of the selected candidate's Business Unit, which should be obtained before confirmation of appointment. -The holiday year runs from 1 March. If you work a non standard work pattern your leave entitlement may be expressed in either hours or days as appropriate. Leave entitlement is calculated on a pro rata basis and you will be advised of your actual entitlement on appointment. If you were appointed internally and your leave was previously calculated in days, this will continue to be the case. Bank, Public and Privilege Holidays You are entitled to 9 days (66 hours 36 minutes) in recognition of bank, public and privilege holidays. These hours are added to your annual leave allowance. There is a requirement to work some public and bank holidays subject to your shift pattern and the operational needs of the establishment Pension The Civil Service offers a choice of two pension schemes, giving you the flexibility to choose the pension that suits you best. Work Life Balance HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) is keen to encourage alternative working arrangements. Work life balance provides greater opportunities for staff to work more flexibly wherever managers and establishments can accommodate requests to do so. HMPPS offers flexible working subject to completion of a satisfactory probationary period and NVQ Season Ticket Advance After two months' service, you'll be eligible to apply for a season ticket advance to purchase a quarterly or longer period season ticket for travel between home and your place of work Training HMPPS is committed to staff development and offers a range of training and development opportunities, including areas such as Equality and Diversity, Dealing with Challenging Behaviour, Suicide Prevention and Anti Bullying Programmes. There are opportunities to access promotion programmes and HMPPS provides a variety of training appropriate to individual posts . click apply for full job details

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a dedicated policy lead for Justice ID, based in Leeds. This includes leading policy development for fingerprint biometrics across justice systems and working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking skills, and the ability to advise senior officials and navigate complex policy areas. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact policy in the criminal justice sector.

The Ministry of Justice is looking for a part-time chaplain to provide faith and pastoral care to prisoners and staff at Sudbury, East Midlands. This role involves engaging with diverse faith communities, leading worship services, and contributing to the policies and practices of the chaplaincy. Applicants should have experience in pastoral care and community engagement and be open to supporting the spiritual needs of all individuals. This role offers flexible working arrangements, recognition of public holidays, and various opportunities for training and development.

General Information National salary range: £58,511 - £65,329; London salary range: £63,343 - £70,725. Salary depends on base location. Working Pattern: Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working. Location: Leeds, London. Grade: 7. Vacancy Approach: Cross Government. Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026. Post Type: Detached Duty, Loan. Role Overview You will be the first dedicated policy lead for Justice ID, bridging policy, digital, data and operations. You will sit in Policy Group within the CJS Reform and Implementation Division, embedded in Justice Data, part of Service Transformation Group. No team or line management responsibility initially. Responsibilities Lead policy development for Justice ID, including use of fingerprint biometrics across courts, prisons and probation, and develop practical policy positions on powers, legislation, guidance and operational change. Identify and resolve key policy issues that could affect delivery, including data protection, privacy, equalities, ethics, proportionality, public confidence and impact on existing operating models. Work across MoJ and wider CJS, including Home Office, CPS, policing and NPCC colleagues, to align policy perspectives. Build strong links across relevant MoJ policy areas, including courts, prisons, probation and victims' policy, as well as data protection and legal. Provide clear advice to senior officials, ministers and the team, grounded in frontline reality, user needs, evidence from pilots and the trade offs involved. Establish how policy development and delivery should work within Justice ID, including identifying the wider policy capability needed as the programme scales. Key Skills and Experience Essential Excellent strategic thinking skills, ability to set direction in a high profile, complex and uncertain policy area. Experience engaging with stakeholders, with strong collaboration skills to bring together disparate views to reach a common consensus. Confidence in advising Ministers, senior officials and other departments; politically astute; awareness of issues within the criminal justice system. Strong organisational and planning skills, ability to drive forward a broad portfolio of work and balance multiple workstreams. Demonstrated ability to work flexibly, meet deadlines, manage competing demands and prioritise where appropriate. Desirable Understanding of the criminal justice system and its challenges. Experience in policy or strategy related to digital, technology, data, identity, biometrics, privacy, data protection or information sharing. Experience working in or alongside a delivery or transformation programme or multidisciplinary team. Application Process Applicants will be assessed against the Civil Service Success Profiles framework. You must provide a CV and a Statement of Suitability (up to 500 words) referencing the skills and experience listed above. The Statement of Suitability should be truthful and factually accurate. Behavioural evidence will be required: Working Together is the lead behaviour; you may also need to provide examples of Making Effective Decisions and Seeing The Big Picture. Interviews will be conducted remotely at the end of July 2026 or beginning of August 2026. Equal Opportunities We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently under represented in our workforce.

The Ministry of Justice in Rochester is seeking an ordained priest for a pastoral care role in a multi-faith chaplaincy team. The role involves offering spiritual guidance to prisoners and staff, ensuring compliance with faith policies, and engaging with local faith communities to support offender resettlement. Applicants must be ordained in the Roman Catholic Church and have the ability to work outside regular hours. Necessary qualifications and a commitment to meet the spiritual needs of all faiths are essential for success.

Overview Job holders will provide faith/belief and pastoral care to prisoners and staff of their own faith/belief tradition, with an understanding of other faiths as part of a multi faith chaplaincy team. They will also meet the pastoral needs of people of other faiths and none. Summary The role involves ensuring delivery of PSI 05/2016 Faith and Pastoral Care for Prisoners or its successor framework, and broader chaplaincy work. The holder will help the Governor and Chaplain General/Head of Faith Services confirm policy delivery. They will engage with and build contacts with their faith community to aid offender resettlement, maintain their own spiritual health and practice, and work non rotationally with no supervisory duties. Responsibilities Provide guidance on their faith/belief system, offering advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and families as requested. Plan and lead worship/meditation, prayer and faith specific meetings; provide chaplaincy care at all times. Facilitate worship, meditation, study and religious programmes; coordinate with colleagues, volunteers, external groups and facilities. Contribute to development of local policy, procedures and practice. Provide pastoral care to prisoners, support crisis resolution, mentor other chaplains and volunteers. Nurture chaplaincy volunteers and support the Official Prison Visitor scheme. Inform the community of relevant events, distribute materials and acquire appropriate literature. Support training programmes for staff and volunteers; organise Faith Awareness Training. Represent the chaplaincy team at establishment meetings and committees, chairing where appropriate. Participate in ACCT process and related boards/meetings. Take on additional roles as agreed, such as Family Liaison Officer or volunteer coordinator. Establish links with local faith communities and agencies to assist prisoner release. Develop improvement initiatives, collect data and meet targets. Assist Probation Approved Premises and community initiatives for offenders on release. Behaviours Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions Changing and Improving Working Together Delivering at Pace Fulfil spoken and written aspects of the role in English or Welsh where required. Essential Experience Meet the faith/belief eligibility requirements for the chosen faith as outlined in the Group Profile. Fluency in English or Welsh (where applicable). Technical Requirements Must complete specific training for the required qualifications for the area of specialism. Faith/Belief Eligibility (Roman Catholic) Ordained Priest: Be an ordained priest in the Roman Catholic Church. Formal endorsement from the Diocesan Bishop or Religious Superior; proof before appointment. Complete federally recognised theological formation (major seminary or equivalent), or a religious/lay qualification equivalent to the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Formal agreement from the local diocesan bishop to minister in the prisons of their diocese. Formal endorsement from the HMPPS Roman Catholic Faith and Belief Adviser confirming eligibility and suitability. Ordained Deacon, Religious Brother/Sister or Lay Person: Be an ordained Permanent Deacon, a Religious Brother or Sister, or a suitably qualified lay person. Full endorsement from Diocesan Bishop and HMPPS Adviser as above. Complete recognised theological formation or equivalent qualification. Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours Allowances) Regular unsocial hours outside 07 00 Monday to Friday, including evenings, nights, weekends and bank/public holidays. Unsocial hours are paid at the approved organisation rate plus a 20% overtime payment. Part time hours, if applicable, will be confirmed. Equal Opportunities Statement We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities, veteran status and members of protected groups.

Overview This is a specialist administrative job in an establishment. Summary The job holder will be responsible for coordinating visits, maintaining the essential link between the establishment, prisoners and their families, ensuring the visit is enjoyable for the prisoner and their family and the visits area is maintained including a variety of refreshments for families available during the visit. This is a non operational job with no line management responsibilities. This role is rotational. Responsibilities, Activities and Duties Manage the visitors' centres ensuring visitors are made aware of all services available to them with clear guidance / protocols in line with HMPPS policies. Collate and prepare the orders for hot food on visits days Lead in the resettlement pathway "Families and Children", delivering marriage courses, family support groups and assist with opening channels of communication between a prisoner and their child/children where appropriate Liaise and work with other departments to discuss events held within the visits centre including children's days, family days, visits with a difference, visitors days, social events Promote and deliver good working practice, embracing the "Seven Pathways" which will contribute towards strengthening family ties and the resettlement of prisoners Recruit volunteers and paid sessional staff ensuring they undertake appropriate courses to assist them in their job Facilitate weekly inductions for all new prisoners informing them about legal and domestic visit procedures Provide play and craft activities and provide themed visits in the establishment based around the seven pathways, offering information to families Ensure the visits garden area and children's play area is properly maintained risk assessed and suitable for garden visits Contribute to risk assessments for legal and domestic visits in the establishments Manage the selection criteria for prisoners to work in the visits hall. Produce the compact for them to work to and ensure they have the relevant training, e.g. Food and Hygiene Ensure stock is checked and ordered as required Log attendance and approve prisoner hours worked and wages in the visits hall Assist in the arrangements for weddings, and source cake, flowers and anything else appropriate as agreed with the couple Maintain and update information on notice board within visits Utilise resources in the most efficient and effective manner within prescribed guidelines Waste Minimisation Policy Represent department at regional, and national meetings to ensure the maintenance of good practice, the sharing of information, helping to deliver positive family networking, and issues affecting the families of prisoners Challenge any unacceptable behaviour and use correct reporting procedures; assist in co ordinating therapy visits for prisoners Undertake other administrative tasks including Organise, produce and maintain accurate records for the area of work Act as contact point for all communications to the Team, prioritise and distribute to the appropriate person or relevant department in the establishment Complete monitoring returns for the area of work Input requisitions on the finance database for purchases in the area of work Co ordinate any awareness sessions for the area of work Prepare paperwork for checking by manager, conducting initial checks as required Correspond with relevant stakeholders and agencies to ensure that they are aware of information and that it is adequately shared Maintain and check establishment databases, manual filing systems and logs of information with responses within timescales, producing reports as required Collate information on relevant Service Delivery Indicators (SDI's) Arrange any meetings including the preparation of paperwork, minutes and action points The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and are 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. Behaviours Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Technical Requirements Job holders must complete specific training in their administrative specialism once they take up post. When transferring to a Young Persons establishment the job holder will be required to successfully undertake an assessment to demonstrate suitability to work with young people. Ability Able to deal effectively and assertively with staff at all levels Proficient user of MS Word and MS Excel Information collation and analysis Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers hybrid working arrangements where business need allows. This is a non contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and/or from home. The role can only be worked in the UK. Hybrid working will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate and reviewed regularly. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding unpaid breaks. Flexibility is considered when business needs allow. Holiday year runs from 1 March. Leave entitlement may be expressed in hours or days on a pro rata basis. For internal appointees, entitlement continues in days. You are entitled to 9 days (66 hours 36 minutes) in recognition of bank, public and privilege holidays. Benefits Access to a pension provision with a choice of two schemes and support for a season ticket advance after two months' service. Work life balance initiatives encourage flexible working arrangements to support staff wellbeing. Training and development opportunities include Equality and Diversity, Dealing with Challenging Behaviour, Suicide Prevention, Anti Bullying programmes and more, supporting individual growth and professional development. Legal and Administrative All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post. Internal candidates not already served under probation within HMPPS will be subject to a six month probation period.

Post holders will undertake the full range of offender management tasks with people on probation under supervision including assessment, sentence implementation and producing reports; utilising service procedures and practice directions to underpin professional judgement. Summary To assess and manage the risk posed by people on probation to protect victims of crime and the general public by: Providing information and advice to criminal courts, other criminal justice agencies and partner organisations. Supervise people on probation subject to community orders and licences and during custodial sentences. Contribute to the management of risk. Work with other agencies and groups to prevent crime and meet the needs of victims and people on probation. In line with PS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they undertake. The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. Working Arrangements & Further Information The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and/or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). Hybrid Working will not suit everyone's circumstances and arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location, which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. This will be discussed and agreed on the completion of pre employment checks. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid. HMPPS welcomes part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part time, flexible and job sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the HMPPS' Flexible Working policy. Benefits Annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years' service, plus public holidays. Leave for part time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro rata basis. Pension - The National Probation Service is covered by the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) run through the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF). Training - The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities. Employee run networks - The opportunity to join employee run networks that provide advice and support and enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed directly to senior management. Support policies - Including family friendly policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share; access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts; paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave; free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens. Additional EEO and Discrimination Policy As a Disability Confident employer, MoJ is committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities, by making adjustments throughout all elements of the recruitment process and in the workplace. All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post. Qualifications You must hold a Probation Officer qualification or be a qualified Probation Officer. Hold a PQF Honours Degree/Graduate Diploma and Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice; or a Diploma in Probation Studies; or a Diploma in Social Work (Probation option); or CQSW (Probation option). Knowledge and understanding of the work of the Criminal Justice System and the Probation Service. A working knowledge of relevant legislation and National Standards. Knowledge of evidence based practice and risk/needs assessment tools. Security Checks Level of security checks required: DBS Standard.

The Ministry of Justice is seeking a qualified Probation Officer in Chelmsford, UK, to manage offenders under probation. The role involves assessing risks, providing advice to courts, and supervising probationers to protect the public. You must possess the appropriate qualifications and understand the Criminal Justice System. This position offers hybrid working arrangements, flexibility, and a commitment to equality and inclusion.

His Majesty s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison officer opportunities HMP Wayland £33,746 - £38,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into. Someone like you There s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you re a peacekeeper, the next you re a counsellor or a teacher. You ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. What you can expect from us You ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren t all you ll gain from a role in the prison service. There s the sense of achievement you feel when you ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won t find anywhere else. How to apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.

His Majesty s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison officer opportunities HMP Wayland £33,746 - £38,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into. Someone like you There s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you re a peacekeeper, the next you re a counsellor or a teacher. You ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. What you can expect from us You ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren t all you ll gain from a role in the prison service. There s the sense of achievement you feel when you ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won t find anywhere else. How to apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.

His Majesty s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison officer opportunities HMP Wayland £33,746 - £38,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into. Someone like you There s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you re a peacekeeper, the next you re a counsellor or a teacher. You ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. What you can expect from us You ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren t all you ll gain from a role in the prison service. There s the sense of achievement you feel when you ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won t find anywhere else. How to apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.