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Job Role - Carpenter
Location: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes. SN10 5TU
Salary: £36,678.26 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 39 hrs per week, Mon-Fri with on-call
We are seeking a dedicated Carpenter to join our team at HMP Erlestoke, a CATEGORY C Adult Male prison.
Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work MONDAY TO FRIDAY as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.
HMP Erlestoke operates like a self-contained city or town, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, we are committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations. Everything we do impacts prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.
As a Carpenter, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a secure environment.
If you want to use your skills to create a better future, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.
Minimum Requirements
* Substantiated experience in a similar role
* Competency in using all associated power tools and machinery
* Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office Excel and Word
* Knowledge of health and safety requirements
* Up-to-date First Aid at Work Qualification
* City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent, or substantial experience
* Good Health & Safety knowledge
* Excellent organizational, time management, and people skills
We offer 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, along with benefits like Death in Service cover, private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, and discounts.
We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development. Join us to make a difference.
Additional Information
GFSL is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel valued and empowered. Please note that services will transfer to a private sector provider in Autumn 2026.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Facilities Services
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