Unpaid Worker Supervisor

Job Title: Unpaid Work Supervisor (Multiple Locations)
Contract: Temporary – 6 months with possibility of extension | Full-time (37 hours per week)
Locations: Westcliff-On-Sea | Basildon | Chelmsford | Southway | Harlow | Northampton
Driving Requirement: Full UK manual driving licence is essential (automatic licence not accepted)
Pay rate: £16.39 PAYE or £21.59 Umbrella p/h

Make a Difference in Your Community – Join Us as an Unpaid Work Supervisor
Do you enjoy practical, hands-on work? Can you lead and motivate a small team to get the job done safely and effectively?
Red Snapper is recruiting Unpaid Work Supervisors across multiple locations on full-time or flexible part-time contracts in behalf of the Probation Service. You’ll play a vital role supporting individuals on probation as they complete Community Payback — meaningful work that benefits local areas such as gardening, decorating, community clean-ups, and maintenance projects.

Who We’re Looking For:
You do not need previous probation experience — full training is provided.
We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:
✅ Security, construction, painting, decorating, landscaping, or gardening
✅ Teaching, coaching, or community leadership
✅ Public sector, police, or armed forces
✅ Charities, support work, homelessness or mental health services
✅ Any role involving leading or supervising groups of people
If you can:

• Work independently and confidently outdoors
• Supervise and motivate a group of up to 10 people
• Follow safety procedures and manage risks
• Use initiative and maintain discipline respectfully
  Then this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise groups (typically up to 10 service users, mostly male) completing unpaid work projects in the community.
• Conduct daily ‘toolbox talks’ to explain tasks, safety procedures, and expectations.
• Carry out Pre-Placement Inductions and motivate participants throughout the day.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments and maintain safe working practices.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and record attendance, incidents, and progress.
• Promote positive behaviour, teamwork, and successful completion of community orders.
• Ensure tools, materials, and equipment are used safely and correctly.
• Represent the Probation Service professionally, upholding equality and inclusion.

Hours and Flexibility:

• 4 days per week, approximately 9.5-hour days (latest finish 18:30)
• Weekend availability is expected on a rota basis.
• Part-time hours may be considered if candidates can work flexibly.

Requirements:
✔ Full UK manual driving licence (essential) – automatic licence not accepted
✔ Ability to work outdoors and carry out manual handling tasks
✔ Confident supervising and engaging with groups
✔ Good communication, organisation, and leadership skills
✔ Basic IT and record-keeping ability
✔ Working Safely and Emergency First Aid certificates – training can be provided by the client

Why This Role?
Make a visible difference in local communities
Support individuals making positive changes in their lives
Use your practical, leadership, or trade skills in a meaningful role
Training and career development provided
Work outdoors in a varied, hands-on environment
This job is subject to Enhanced Security Clearance and pre-employment checks

If this role is not for you but you know someone who would be interested, please refer them. We offer a £75 retail voucher referral bonus for successful introductions (subject to terms).
RSR Justice is a market-leading recruitment business dedicated to providing top-quality candidates and services to the offender rehabilitation and supervision work sectors.
Red Snapper Recruitment is part of the Red Snapper Group and is an equal opportunities employer.

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