We are Hestia. We make a difference. 

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence.

The service you will work in….

Approved Premises (APs) work with high-risk offenders, providing a vital element in public protection arrangements. APs offer a level of contact, support and supervision within the community that is unique within the Criminal Justice System. 

This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff team at our 18+ Male Approved Premises in Streatham. Working closely with Probation Officers and community services, we provide a ‘stepping stone' from prison into the community.

A day in this role looks like….

As a Pool Worker at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Male Approved Premises. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our residents, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence.

A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are:

• Modelling pro-social behaviour and attitudes, helping to create and maintain a positive culture of respect in all work inside and outside of the service with both clients and colleagues.
• Actively engaging with residents and providing opportunities to do so including supervising meal times and being present in the AP communal areas
• Contributing to delivery of the sentence plan in conjunction with colleagues in probation, the police and other external agencies
• Providing admin and other support to colleagues, particularly in the preparation, facilitation and evaluation of rehabilitative activities
• Following protocols, encouraging compliance and taking enforcement action as necessary, in particular around drug and alcohol testing requirements and curfews
• Ensuring that colleagues, multi-agency partners and management are informed and updated as necessary
• Actively monitoring and maintaining the health, safety, security, cleanliness and hygiene of the Approved Premises
• Monitoring the well-being of its occupants utilising information sharing, CCTV, direct observation, inspection, personal contact and other methods, as appropriate
• Ensuring that all related administration is done in good time; that detailed, concise and accurate records are created contemporaneously, that information is shared appropriately, and that confidentiality is properly maintained
• Using initiative to identify and deal with additional tasks or issues as they arise.

Why Hestia?

Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.