North West Approved Premises Area Manager (Ref: 22993) in Liverpool

Location: Ellesmere Port; Wilton Place, 10-12 Edward St, Oldham OL9 7QW, UK; 10-12 Oswald Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9LP, UK; Bury; 172-174 Withington Rd, Whalley Range, Manchester M16 8JN, UK; Ascot House, 195 Wellington Rd N, Stockport SK4 2PB, UK; Southwood Hostel, 24 Southwood Rd, Liverpool L17 7BQ, UK; 26 Great Howard St, Liverpool L3 7HS, UK; Linden Bank Hostel, 40 London Rd, Sandbach CW11 3BD, UK; Bowling Green Hostel, 90 Lowther St, Carlisle CA3 8DP, UK; Preston; Accrington; Eccles; Blackburn; LiverpoolSalary: 51,203

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- 56,111 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: Social WorkPosted: 2026-10-06Valid to: 2026-10-20Apply: : HM Prison & Probation ServiceJob summaryPlease refer to the Job DescriptionJob descriptionOverview of the job This is a management role reporting to the Head of Public Protection, responsible for managing a cluster of Approved Premises (AP) within a Division. Summary To provide management and leadership within the National Probation Service (NPS) with responsibility for resources, the strategic direction and operational management of a cluster of Approved Premises.

To offer support and cover to other AP Clusters during periods of absence.

To participate in the out of hours Senior Management on call rotaTo represent the Deputy Director or Head of Public Protection for Approved Premises with external stakeholders and other staffIn line with NPS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do. The job holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. Responsibilities, Activities & Duties The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

• Demonstrate leadership and innovation in the implementation of strategy and operational delivery.
• Deliver performance and quality targets
• Manage the devolved budget for the AP Cluster and manage resources effectively
• Demonstrate ability to meet competing demands across geographical areas
• Demonstrate ability to manage middle managers /other staff and employee relations across the AP Cluster in line with HMPPS policies
• Ensure AP staff contribute to and support risk management plans, including engagement with MAPPA
• Where senior management authorisation or involvement is required provide advice and make decisions on the management of high risk offenders, ensure appropriate placements are available within the AP estate
• As a member of the AP divisional management team play an active part in the corporate management of the NPS as necessary.

Take lead responsibility for specific projects/portfolios• Provide a leading role and provide direction in work with partners and key stakeholders.

Represent the NPS as appropriate to the role

• Implement HMPPS equality strategy
• Manage and participate in divisional out-of-hours on call rota.
• Accountable for health and safety for the AP Cluster
• Accountable for estates responsibilities for the AP Cluster
• Carry out safeguarding children and safeguarding adult duties in accordance with the NPS statutory responsibilities and agency policies
• Ensure the interests and concerns of the community local to each AP are met with an appropriate response.
• Respond effectively to the operational risks to the AP and organisational risks to the wider NPS presented by a potential/actual significant incident.
• Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing pro-social behaviour and attitudes and challenging anti-social behaviour and attitudes
• To work within the aims and values of NPS and HMPPS The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive.

The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alternations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.

An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh. Behaviours

• Leadership
• Developing Self and Others
• Working Together
• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Managing a Quality ServiceEssential

Experience

• Significant experience at middle manager level.
• Substantial experience of management of staff and managing through change, including supervision, resource deployment, appraisals and motivating
• Experience of monitoring performance in area of responsibility against predetermined targets, setting local targets and effecting necessary improvements
• Experience of participating in commissioning and procurement processes or contract management
• Experience of Health and Safety and Equalities management
• Working with key local agencies and stakeholders to develop strong relationships
• Preparing high level written reports
• Experience of evaluating practiseTechnical requirementsProbation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/Honours Degree in Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice. Or a qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility:
• Diploma in Probation Studies,
• Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)
• CQSW (with Probation Option) IT skills, including evidence of ability to interpret and apply performance reportsHours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances37 hoursAdditional payments are made for out-of-hours workPerson specificationPlease refer to the Job DescriptionLicencesTo apply for this role you MUST have: Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/ Honours Degree in Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice. Or a qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.

The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility: Diploma in Probation Studies,Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)CQSW (with Probation Option)QualificationsProbation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/ Honours Degree in Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice. Or a qualification which was recognised at the time of qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.

The following qualifications gained in England and Wales were previously recognised as providing such eligibility: Diploma in Probation Studies,Diploma in Social Work (with Probation Option)CQSW (with Probation Option)LanguagesEnglish language written and verbalBehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: LeadershipDeveloping Self and OthersMaking Effective DecisionsBenefitsAccess to learning and developmentA working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balanceA working culture which encourages inclusion and diversityA Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%Annual LeavePublic HolidaysSeason Ticket AdvanceFor more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page.

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Nationality requirementsThis job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationalsnationals of the Republic of Irelandnationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKnationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities.

As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found.

To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).Apply and further informationThis vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available.

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