Your new company
You will be working for the Facilities / Works Department based onsite at HMP Low Newton, which is the women’s prison located in Durham.
This is an ongoing temporary role which may open up permanent opportunities subject to performance.

Your new role
*Provide primary administrative support to Managers and Supervisors within the department.
*Organise and file compliance-related documentation accurately and efficiently.
*Log jobs, updates, and actions into the internal management system.
*Manage email correspondence and maintain clear communication across teams.
*Answer incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate departments.
*Escort external contractors safely around the site as required.

What you’ll need to succeed
You must have previous admin experience
You must be able to pass a full prison vetting process
You must have a valid passport OR full birth certificate and photo driving licence along with proof of NI and proof of address.
You must be able to provide 2 recent employment references (or 1 if that is all you have had in the last 3 years)

What you’ll get in return
The opportunity to work in a prison environment

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ’apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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