Programme Facilitator

Programme Facilitator Band 3 – West Midlands

Employer: HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Salary: £28,064 – £33,549 per annum (pro rata for part-time roles)
Location: Whitechapel House, Telford (TF2 9FN) and Earl House, Wolverhampton (WV1 3JS)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible Working and Job Share
Job Type: Operational Delivery
Number of Vacancies: 8
Reference Number: 490352
Job Reference: 24220
Closing Date: 26 November 2026, at 11:55 pm

Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. HMPPS can only consider applicants who held a Skilled Worker visa before the changes introduced on 22 July 2025, subject to the applicable transitional immigration rules.

About the Role

HM Prison and Probation Service is recruiting Programme Facilitators to support rehabilitation and help people on probation make positive and lasting changes in their lives.

As a Programme Facilitator, you will deliver accredited programmes and structured interventions designed to reduce reoffending, protect the public and support individuals in building constructive lives within their communities.

You will work with individuals who have committed a range of offences, including domestic abuse, sexual abuse, violent and acquisitive offences.

The role involves delivering both group sessions and one-to-one interventions to individuals serving Community Orders or released from prison on licence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited rehabilitation programmes and structured interventions.
• Facilitate group sessions and individual support activities.
• Create safe, structured and supportive learning environments.
• Manage group dynamics and respond appropriately to challenging behaviour.
• Monitor participants’ progress, risks and wellbeing throughout interventions.
• Maintain accurate records and share relevant information with other professionals.
• Work with courts and criminal justice agencies to support sentence management.
• Provide workshops and briefings to probation staff and external stakeholders.
• Use positive role modelling to encourage constructive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with Probation Practitioners, Domestic Abuse Safety Officers and other colleagues.

Training and Development

Successful candidates will receive extensive training and support to develop the knowledge and skills required for programme delivery.

The role includes a six-month probationary period, during which candidates must complete an assessment centre and successfully pass the required assessed training.

There are also opportunities for professional development and annual pay progression through the Competency Based Framework, subject to eligibility and performance.

Working Hours and Additional Payments

Evening work is essential because most rehabilitation programmes are delivered outside standard working hours.

You will also be required to travel to different locations across the region to deliver programmes. Eligible travel expenses can be claimed.

Additional unsocial hours payments are available:

• Evening work: Additional 30%.
• Saturday work: Additional 50%.

Essential Information on Visa Eligibility

This vacancy is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the immigration rules introduced on 22 July 2025.

HMPPS cannot sponsor new applicants who have not held a Skilled Worker visa before the changes took effect.

Applicants who have continuously held a Skilled Worker visa since before 22 July 2025 may have their eligibility assessed under the applicable transitional provisions.

Candidates must have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the UK and meet Civil Service nationality requirements.

Benefits

Successful candidates can benefit from:

• Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
• Annual leave and public holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment.
• Season Ticket Advance.
• Job security and opportunities to make a difference in local communities.

Application and Selection Process

Applicants must complete a short application form and provide responses to two Civil Service Behaviour questions and one Experience-based question.

Applications will be assessed after the closing date.

Candidates who pass the initial sift will be invited to an interview, which includes a facilitation exercise.

The assessment process includes:

• A facilitation exercise with follow-up questions.
• An interview assessing suitability for the Programme Facilitator role.

Candidates will be given a presentation topic when invited to book an interview. The facilitation exercise will last up to 10 minutes and assess:

• Communicating and Influencing.
• Developing Self and Others.
• Managing a Quality Service.

The recruitment process will also assess behaviours, strengths and experience under the Civil Service Success Profiles framework.

Important Requirements

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Successful applicants must undergo an enhanced criminal record check.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks are required.
• Candidates must meet the Civil Service nationality requirements.
• Evening and weekend availability is essential.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online through the official HM Prison and Probation Service recruitment portal before the closing deadline.

Application Deadline: 26 November 2026 at 11:55 pm.

Recruitment Enquiries:
Email: moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk
Telephone: 0845 241 5358