Head of Business Assurance and Performance
2 weeks ago
In this newly scoped role, our Head of Business Assurance and Performance will haveaccountability for leading the delivery of an efficient and effective function including overall functional responsibilities for set targets, providingBusiness Assurance to the Prison Director. This includes Business Planning; identifying, implementing and supporting the achievement of business objectives.You'llbe a key contributor to strategy and delivery alongside the Director, Deputy Director and Head of Female Prison.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will contribute and implement the Function's objectives as defined in the establishment's Business Plan and Roadmap.This function will include activities within the establishment Business Delivery & Planning, Audit & Assurance and interface with Finance, Health and Safety, Facilities Management and HR to monitor and support strategic priorities.
Do you have senior management experience, ideally in the criminal justice field?Are you a team player, an inspirational leader and can you motivate all levels of staff to succeed in difficult circumstances? Are you innovative, strategically minded and able to build trust with people from all backgrounds?
HMP/YOI Peterborough is the country's only purpose-built prison for both male and female prisoners (kept separate at all times), including a 12-place mother and baby unit.
In Sodexo Justice, we aim to change lives for the better by operating safe, decent, and secure prisons.We rehabilitate those in our care and provide purposeful activity, employment, education, and rehabilitation services. We support offenders to lead law-abiding lives in their community on release
About the role
- Management of budgets and approver for procurement within the establishment where exceptional expenditure is required within area of authority in collaboration with the Head of Business Management
- To be the interface with the client on all contractual matters
- Strategicoversight and management of the establishment's staffing resource including workforce planning activities in collaboration with the HR Business Partner
- Drive and monitor:
- Compliance against Sodexo, client and contractual instructions
- Performance against Sodexo, client and contractual targets
- Operational assurance through local compliance tool, client tools and the self-audit programme
- The delivery of action plans
- Managing risk through the risk register
- Business continuity lead
- Build and maintain Client Relationship through:
- Scheduled meetings to discuss compliance and assurance
- Scheduled meetings to discuss strategic changes
- Scheduled meetings to discuss contractual measures
- Delivery of scheduled reports
You will also be responsible for undertaking some or all other management tasks including:
- Promotion ofJustice Services policy in all activities and behaviours e.g. promote diversity, decency, safety and reducing re-offending agendas
- Manage Prisoners' Complaints Process within the Function
- Ensure all litigation claims relevant to the area have been dealt with in accordance with policy
- Oversee the compilation and regular progress reporting of performance improvement programmes.
- Attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member
- Ensure defined work areas and associated activities comply with Health and Safety legislation.Ensure all risk assessments are undertaken, and staff are made aware of their personal responsibility towards Health and Safety compliance
- Contribute to the preparation of the establishment contingency and emergency plans and ensure implementation when required
- Carry out all aspects of people management such as Attendance Management, Disciplinary Investigations, Performance Management and Staff Appraisals
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements
- Role model senior leader - authentic leadership skills with a clear and demonstratable understanding of key people management tools and resources
- Proven track record in contracts and performance management
- Clear understanding of commercial Prison contracts, contract knowledge and contract and client management skills
- Understanding of business objectives, policies and procedures
- High level risk management skills
- Effective stakeholder relationship management- internal and external
- Exceptional communication
- A positive attitude, flexibility and effectiveness under pressure
- Proficient use of Microsoft Excel
- Understanding of Project management methodologies
Alongside an attractive salary and a meaningful career with personal growth, the successful candidate will benefit from:
- Performance-related bonus
- A flexible benefits fund of £1,300 to utilise a range of benefits, including Private Medical Insurance (PMI), dental, gym memberships, retail / hospitality discounts, etc.
- 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, private healthcare, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
To be considered for an interview you must:
- have a disability defined by the Equality Act 2010
- provide evidence in your application that you meet the minimum criteria in the job description
- meet all of the qualifications, skills or experience defined as essential
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