We are looking for an experienced people manager to lead a team delivering rehabilitation and resettlement services across prison and probation settings throughout Essex. This is a varied, multi-site leadership role where youll be responsible for supporting and developing your team, driving performance and ensuring services are delivered to a consistently high standard. Youll be joining a well-established charity that has been recognised as a great employer through Best Companies and Investors in People, with excellent opportunities for career development. Weve recruited extensively for the organisation and have seen a number of our previous placements progress their careers internally. The role: Youll be responsible for: Leading, supporting and developing a team working across multiple locations. Managing performance against targets, quality standards and contractual requirements. Using data to identify trends, address performance issues and drive improvement. Building strong relationships with prison, probation and other key partners. Ensuring staff have the support and direction they need to deliver an excellent service. Creating a positive, accountable and high-performing team culture. About you: Were looking for someone with: Strong people management and team leadership experience. Experience managing performance and delivering against targets or KPIs. The ability to coach, motivate and develop staff. Strong organisation and communication skills. Confidence working with external stakeholders and partners. The flexibility to travel regularly between sites. You might already work within criminal justice, probation, employability, rehabilitation or another social-impact service, although this isn't essential. Were equally interested in strong managers from other performance-led environments. Location & travel: This is not a home-based role. Youll be based from the probation site closest to where you live, while regularly travelling to other probation and prison locations to support your team. Business mileage for travel beyond your designated base location is paid. The team operates across Essex, including Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Chelmsford, Colchester and Harlow, as well as prison settings including HMP/YOI Chelmsford and HMP Hollesley Bay. Travel across the service area is therefore an important part of the role. How to apply: Apply through this advert and we aim to respond to every application. If you havent heard from us within 72 hours, please use the Send Us A Message form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website and we guarantee a real person will respond. For an informal chat about the role, please call the Red 5 People office and ask for Lawrence. TPBN1_UKTJ
Justice Service Manager in Essex employer: Red 5 People
As a Criminal Justice Mentor at our unique ex-offender community hub, you will be part of a supportive and vibrant work culture that prioritises rehabilitation and personal growth. With access to wellness facilities, engaging activities, and a collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of your clients while also benefiting from professional development and a strong sense of community. Join us in this rewarding role where your contributions truly matter.
