We are looking for an experienced people leader to take responsibility for a team delivering rehabilitation and resettlement services across both prison and community settings in the East of England. This is a role with real impact. You’ll be leading a dedicated team, ensuring they have the right support and direction to deliver high-quality services that change lives. You’ll be out and about across sites most weeks, with the flexibility to balance this with some time at home for planning and administration. If you’re a confident manager who thrives on driving performance while supporting people to reach their full potential, this could be the perfect next step in your career. What You’ll Be Doing Providing clear direction and leadership to a team spread across multiple sites. Monitoring performance and making sure targets and standards are consistently achieved. Acting as the first point of support for staff, offering guidance and stepping in where needed to keep services running smoothly. Building effective working relationships with a wide range of partners, both in custody and in the community. Using data and reporting tools to track progress, spot improvements, and ensure services remain compliant and high quality. Encouraging a culture of learning, growth and continuous improvement within your team. About You We’re interested in hearing from managers who: Have a proven track record of leading and motivating a team in a results-focused environment. Are highly organised, resilient, and able to balance competing priorities. Can use data and reporting to monitor progress and drive improvement. Are confident working with external stakeholders and building positive partnerships. Can travel flexibly across several sites, adapting to the needs of the service.You may already work in justice, probation, employability or social impact programmes, but we’re equally open to candidates from other sectors where performance management and people leadership are central. Why Apply? A meaningful role where you’ll directly influence better futures for people and communities. A supportive employer with strong values and commitment to professional development. A mix of site-based and home working, offering both variety and flexibility. Competitive salary and benefits package. Additional Information The role covers Peterborough, Norwich, HMP Wayland, HMP Hollesley Bay, Huntingdon, and HMP Peterborough. Travel across the region is essential. The position is subject to an Enhanced DBS and prison vetting. How to Apply Please apply via this advert — we aim to respond to everyone. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please use the “Send Us a Message” form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website, and a real person will get back to you. For more information about the role, call the office and ask for Lawrence (contact details on the Red 5 People website)