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SalaryHMP Bronzefield are currently recruiting for an Employment Hub Administrator– this is a 12 Month Fixed-term contract.This is an exciting and impactful opportunity to work directly with prisoners and play a key role in the prisoner rehabilitation journey from reception to release. You will relish working with prisoners face to face and external agencies equipping the prisoners with tools such as banking, education, housing, work opportunities and everything they need to re-join society upon release. You will help deliver the prison banking programme and ID programme and support colleagues to match jobs vacancies with potential candidates. You will be a great communicator and collaborator working both independently and across internal departments with the employment lead and in pre-release meetings. We house up to 572 women (approximately 14.5% of the national female prison population). The women in our custody have a diverse and complex set of needs and range from mothers and babies, young offenders, life and long term sentenced women, short to mid-term sentenced women, foreign nationals and women on remand. HMP/YOI Bronzefield is a closed local prison serving courts across the South of England. Our mission is to deliver quality of life services which make a meaningful difference to women in the criminal justice system by supporting them to change their lives for the better. To achieve this we focus on providing needs-based services and programmes to rehabilitate and improve the well-being of our women. We have been awarded a bronze accreditation by Investors in People for our commitment to our staff, their development, engagement and investment in a sustainable future.Sodexo Justice aims to change lives for the better by reducing reoffending and improving the quality of life for those under our supervision and in our care. We deliver safe, effective and innovative custodial and community rehabilitation services that challenge offending behaviour, protect the public and offer individuals the opportunity to change their lives for the better. We deliver the total operation of five prisons within the UK and own six Community Rehabilitation Companies in partnership with crime reduction charity Nacro.Main ResponsibilitiesAssessing the need of prisoners who require ID and/or a basic bank account and keeping records as per approved templates. Supporting prisoners with applications via the Prisoner Banking Programme, and ID programme. This includes following the relevant procedures, managing enquiries, and acting as the Single Point of Contact for applicants and programme partners. Using approved templates to maintain financial records as necessary, collect relevant management information and report on these as required.Supporting Prison Employment Leads in their capacity to identify and match candidates to job opportunities. Undertake a share of the transactional activity associated with the Activity Hub. This includes processing most or all the following categories of paperwork and inputting data ready for checking and onward transmission by the Hub Manager The Ideal CandidateEssentialProficient user of IT including prisoner databases appropriate to their area of workManage data/information in a confidential mannerProficient minute taker DesirableGood knowledge of procedures, policies and standards in relation to Learning Skills and Employment pathwayAnalytical and scheduling skills Experience of partnership working For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers Package DescriptionWorking with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: Sodexo Discounts including Costco Membership, Free Spree cashback card and Gym discountsFree meals and parking on-siteBlue-Light discountsSodexo Retirement PlanAccess to ongoing training and development programs including apprenticeshipsCountless opportunities for career development and to grow within the companyCommunity Online Academy (COA)Employee LotteryMental Health First Response ProgrammeHealth and wellbeing incentives including Spectrum.Life, YuLife and Talk.Reward and Recognition schemes Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days Cycle to work schemeBupa Healthcare PlanLife AssuranceWe're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. All offers are subject to full security clearance checks. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! About The Company 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. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
