Offender Management Unit (OMU) Prison Offender Manager / Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
As an OMU Prison Offender Manager / Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, you will play a vital role in protecting the public, reducing reoffending, and supporting the safety and wellbeing of women in custody. Working within a multi-disciplinary environment, you will manage a caseload, assess risk, and contribute to effective sentence planning and resettlement. This is a highly impactful role where you will work closely with internal teams and external agencies to support rehabilitation, manage risk, and ensure safe and successful reintegration into the community.
About the Site
HMP Peterborough is the UK's first purpose-built prison to house both men and women on the same site. With high levels of physical security, it provides needs-led personal development services tailored to both populations. As a resettlement-focused establishment, it offers a wide range of educational, vocational, and behavioural programmes, alongside workshops, accredited training, and employment opportunities that help build practical skills for release. The site also includes dedicated healthcare, family services, and faith facilities to support overall wellbeing.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of prisoners, providing ongoing support, motivation, and guidance in line with sentence plans.
* Assess risk of harm and likelihood of reoffending, making informed and defensible decisions.
* Develop and coordinate resettlement and release plans in collaboration with probation and partner agencies.
* Deliver tailored support to individuals at risk of domestic abuse, including safety planning and advocacy.
* Maintain accurate case records and complete all required reports, including MAPPA and parole documentation.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders.
The Ideal Candidate
* Ability to build professional, pro-social relationships with a wide range of individuals.
* Experience working with vulnerable individuals, particularly those affected by domestic abuse.
* Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, and making sound decisions.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines.
* Resilient and able to remain professional when dealing with challenging or sensitive situations.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Level 2 and Advanced DBS check.
Package Description
* Salary: £33,078.97 + London Weighting £3,729.24
* 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
* Free meals, on-site parking, and access to the on-site gym
Additional benefits include:
* Pension scheme
* Discounts across 1,900+ brands
* Gym discounts
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (emotional, legal, and financial support)
About the Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. Operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily, we are a global leader in services that improve quality of life.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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