Remedi are recruiting an Illicit Economy Prevention Practitioner. The role will be 35 hours per week and will be located within the Cat B Male prison HMP Dovegate. You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team environment including Safer Custody, Security and other functions that support prisoners within the establishment. The role will be challenging and exciting as you will be working in a demanding environment, providing an opportunity to empower change and work with to contribute meaningfully to the experiences of prisoners and staff in a custody environment.
The primary aims of the role are:
· To identify prisoners who may be at risk/vulnerable to becoming involved in the Illicit Economy.
· To provide early intervention to minimize these risks and provide relevant support at the earliest opportunity. The intervention work will be delivered across the establishment and will require the candidate to work closely with prisoners and prison staff.
The role will include:
· Conducting an initial needs assessment with every new prisoner who transfers into HMP Dovegate to assess vulnerabilities, risks and potential areas of need to determine appropriate support pathways.
· The delivery of Remedi Restorative programmes both on a group and 1:1 basis.
· Providing Restorative mentoring to those being assessed as high-risk to becoming involved in the Illicit Economy.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Knowledge: An understanding within a custodial environment of the issues that may lead to a prisoner becoming involved in Illicit Economy activities and the harm this can cause to victims, perpetrators, the wider population and staff. This can be demonstrated through qualifications, training and experience in a voluntary or paid capacity working with offenders.
Communication: As well as working with Prisoners, you will also be communicating with a wide range of agencies and professionals, therefore good communication and listening skills with people of all backgrounds and staff of all disciplines it vital. Including being appropriately assertive, whilst also patient and open-minded when engaging with Prisoners.
Flexibility: Flexibility in working and being prepared to adapt to changes within the role. Working with people requires a flexible approach to ensure the service users needs are met and caseloads are managed effectively, therefore excellent organisational and time management skills are essential. You will be working restoratively with both prisoners and staff – as expected of all Remedi staff. Working hours will be agreed with the Remedi Manager to ensure the needs of the service are being met – we anticipate this will be between the hours of 8:30am-5pm.
Motivation: An ability to work on your own initiative, but also a team player building positive relationships and communication with prisoners, staff and management across various prison functions. The role requires you to be calm and confident under pressure, resilient, motivated, takes pride in their work and achievements, reflective in their work, keen to learn/develop and non- judgmental.
IT Capable: Basic IT skills are required with the ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel and using an electronic calendar and email. Ability to use Microsoft teams for external training and meetings. There will also be prison systems that will need updating as part of the role and training will be provided in this area.
Proficient in the use of appropriate prison systems (Please note, training and support will be provided in this area of work).
Safety: We want you to work safely in all aspects of the role, including basic health and safety, safeguarding for all concerned, data protection, risk assessment, GDPR and confidentiality. Full training will be provided, and we will be looking for someone committed to achieving high standards on this. Being aware of and always adhering to prison rules, security policies, PSO’s and PSI’s (Prison service order & Prison service instructions).
WHAT TO EXPECT
- The expectation is that you engage in training and implement it within your working life.
- You will have a line manager who you will meet individually at least bi-monthly for supervision and management meetings, and they will also be available during the week to provide support and guidance, this maybe face to face or via phone.
- You will also have a point of contact within the prison and prison management to seek support and guidance from.
We will provide:
· Full Training
· IT equipment where required
· Line management support and guidance
· The role requires DBS and Prison Vetting
· Salary £24,000 rising to £26,000 at the end of Year 2 in role
· 6% employer pension contribution
· 26 days leave per annum plus bank holidays
Pay: From £24,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Interviews will take place on Friday 7 August 2026 - please note we are not able to provide an alternative date
- Please note that the role will be from 1 December 2026 (recruitment starting now due to prison vetting required before starting).
- The role requires DBS and Prison Vetting
- You must hold a valid UK driving license and have access to own vehicle
Work Location: On the road
