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SKILLED WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR - ENGINEERING SHEET METAL WORKER / FABRICATOR / WELDER
Care & Rehabilitation Services - HMP Five Wells, Wellingborough, NN8 2NG
£38,720.00 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)
Benefits:  Company Pension, free on-site parking, on-site canteen, ongoing training and development and access to High Street Shop discounts. 

ABOUT US
HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough represents a new standard for the future of prison design, incorporating innovative architecture and cutting-edge technology. As the UK’s first purpose-built, new resettlement Prison, opened in 2022, it stands as a unique model for category C prisons and has seamlessly integrated into the local community. 

Care & Rehabilitation Services (CaRS) boasts a successful track record managing four prisons, a secure training centre, and numerous community contracts across England and Wales. Our core philosophy centres on rehabilitating offenders, equipping them with the necessary skills to reintegrate into society upon release. We strive to create a prison environment that mirrors life outside, fostering a sense of normalcy as far as possible. Our overarching aim is to cultivate a safe and secure environment for both staff and prisoners. 

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Workshop Instructor to join our dynamic Activities Function at HMP Five Wells. In this role, you will be instrumental in coordinating workshop activities that align with the prison regime, fostering skill development among prisoners, and guiding them towards achieving recognised qualifications. You will be working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying needs, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect while supporting their journey towards rehabilitation within a safe, secure and structured environment. 

The Ideal Candidate: 

ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate will possess a welding qualification and have a genuine passion for education and the ability to inspire and motivate learners from all walks of life to pursue fulfilling careers in the Engineering sector upon release. We are looking for someone who has worked in the industry and has experience in different types of fabrication techniques.    

Essential Skills and Experience

Hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication within a workshop environment, including proficiency with a guillotine.
Practical knowledge of machine shop manufacturing, composites manufacturing, or similar.
Ability to work with a range of materials, including aluminium, mild steel, and stainless steel.
Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings.
A strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines within a demanding workshop setting.
Certified welding expertise.
What We Offer
We provide a secure, supportive, and professional working environment, coupled with comprehensive training and development opportunities to foster career growth. 

Equality and Diversity
We champion Equality and Diversity. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing a fully inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to be themselves. We are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be required, either for the role itself or during the recruitment process. 

Safeguarding
Care and Rehabilitation Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and adults at risk and each employee is expected to support these goals. 

Security Clearance
Please note that these positions are subject to a 5-year checkable history and the stringent vetting standards set by the business and HMPPS. They are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. 

Eligibility
You must have the right to work in the UK and will be required to furnish complete details of your employment and education history for the past 5 years as part of the security screening process.

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