Overview
Please note - age restriction applies for this position, so candidates must be over the age of 18+ and have a valid in date SIA license.
We are recruiting for a Residential Security Assistant at Wilton Place AP, 10-12 Edward Street, Oldham, OL9 7QW. Join Sodexo as a Residential Assistant at our Approved Premises (AP), where you'll support individuals as they reintegrate into the community after prison. Approved Premises provide enhanced supervision, monitoring, and rehabilitation for residents, ensuring a safe transition back into society. This role is suitable for those with experience working with complex and vulnerable individuals in a residential setting within the Criminal Justice System.
What you’ll do
* Supervise and support residents, handling day-to-day issues and escalating serious incidents when necessary
* Ensure residents follow the rules and respond appropriately to breaches or challenging behaviour
* Engage with residents in a positive, pro-social manner and support their rehabilitation
* Maintain records, process information, and update the database with significant occurrences
* Monitor and record residents' movements in and out of the premises
* Conduct curfew checks, wellbeing checks, fire alarm tests, room searches, and CCTV monitoring
* Assist with substance misuse support, including dispensing and recording medication when required
* Support the delivery of purposeful activities and effective inductions for residents
* Ensure a safe and productive environment, including health and safety monitoring
What we’re looking for
* SIA Licence
* Awareness of anti-discriminatory practices
* First Aid certification
* Strong communication, administration, and IT skills
* Ability to work well as part of a team
* Strong time management and the ability to prioritise tasks
What we offer
* Wellbeing support including online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme
* Financial benefits including discounts, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit
* Career growth through apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities
* Work perks such as Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform
Join us and thrive in your own way!
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