Education Manager- HMP Bronzefield

Job Introduction

HMP Bronzefield are currently recruiting for an Education Manager.

The Learning and Skills Department sits at the very heart of HMP Bronzefield – providing purposeful activity for all Residents. The role of Education Manager will demonstrate a clear and decisive leadership to lead, manage and co-ordinate the delivery of quality learning and skills services and to be responsible for the staff employed within the education and industries department to ensure a needs led service is offered efficiently and effectively. In this role you will lead the department to raise standards, implement the education curriculum and drive engagement in education, skills and work interventions. You will collaborate across departments and partnership agencies, assuring quality and driving continuous improvement.

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 Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Education, Workshops, Library Team and Neurodiversity Team
• Manage the recruitment and selection process for the Team.
• Create a dynamic culture of innovation and outstanding learning, teaching and student success
• Liaise and work closely with all prison staff and other key stakeholders to ensure a coherent and successful delivery of the learning and skills service
• Support the training and development of staff, maintaining accurate CPD logs
• Develop a curriculum that meets the needs of learners, responding to national, regional and local priorities and reflecting the needs of employers
• Ensure that students receive the highest standards of teaching, learning and support
• Lead and manage the curriculum development, innovation and organization across the department
• Embed quality across the provision in line with HMCIP/Ofsted expectations and policies and procedures
• Be responsible for the collection and transfer of qualitative and quantitative data related to learners and contract compliance.. 
• Produce monthly analysis of the data and present it at the QIG, focusing on student success through high retention and achievement rates
• Line Manage the Neurodiversity Team Leader/SENCo with a clear policy and referral route, maximizing available support for learners

The Ideal Candidate

• Full Teaching qualification – DET or PGCE
• Senior Leadership role within an Educational setting 
• IQA qualification/Verifier Award or a willingness to train
• Experience of developing, leading and managing a team effectively in a challenging environment
• Curriculum Development experience 
• Knowledge of the needs of offenders and current initiatives relating to offenders concerning skills and employment
• The ability to monitor, manage and report on service delivery within a contractual framework
• To be able to collect and use data to make effective management decisions
• A strong and consistent moral compass and the ability to provide value based leadership (consistent demonstration of Sodexo values).
• Has a concern for prisoner care that reflects Sodexo values and principles
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development and the development of others
• Display and energy and drive to work proactively and effectively in a busy environment

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers 

Package Description

Working 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 discounts
• Free meals and parking on-site
• Blue-Light discounts
• Sodexo Retirement Plan
• Access to ongoing training and development programs including apprenticeships
• Countless opportunities for career development and to grow within the company
• Community Online Academy (COA)
• Employee Lottery
• Mental Health First Response Programme
• Health and wellbeing incentives including Spectrum.Life, YuLife and Talk.
• Reward and Recognition schemes 
• Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days 
• Cycle to work scheme
• Bupa Healthcare Plan
• Life Assurance

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.