Industry Hub Manager

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Contract Personnel is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Prison Industry Manager to lead and develop vocational training and industrial workshops.

This key management role focuses on providing purposeful work opportunities that enhance prisoners\’ skills and prepare them for employment post-release.

You will be responsible for mobilising, managing daily operations, and strategically developing our industries to create safe, inclusive, and productive environments where prisoners can gain real-world experience, take pride in their work, and make meaningful progress in rehabilitation.

You will also play a central role in embedding a restorative, person-centred approach: building trust, promoting accountability, and driving continuous improvement across all workshops.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the mobilisation and development of new industry spaces and workstreams
• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring workshops meet quality, safety, and productivity standards
• Managing and supporting a team of instructors and cover instructors to deliver high-quality, engaging work
• Implementing robust processes around tool control, health and safety, stock management, and compliance
• Managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employer contracts
• Collaborating across departments (including CIAG, Healthcare, Neurodiversity Support) to meet individual needs
• Using data and insights to drive performance, quality, and continuous improvement
• Supporting prisoner progression through coaching, structured feedback, and developmental conversations

You will have:

• Strong leadership qualities, operational insight, and a passion for rehabilitation and second chances
• Experience leading industrial or vocational training programmes (preferably in secure or regulated settings)
• Strong operational skills, including stock control, budget management, compliance, and resource planning
• A proven track record in managing people, improving performance, and fostering a culture of accountability
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and risk management
• Confidence working with multiple stakeholders, including external employers and internal teams
• A genuine care for making a difference—creating safe, respectful spaces focused on growth
• A relevant degree (e.g., Business Management, Education, Vocational Training)
• Experience working in a prison, secure, or similar environment

Schedule:

This is a full-time role, 38.5 hours per week

Salary: Up to £37,000

About Contract Personnel:

Contract Personnel is one of East Anglia’s longest-standing, leading, independent recruitment agencies—established in 1989. They offer temporary and permanent recruitment solutions and keep candidates updated on current trends and advice in the recruitment industry.

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