Justice Centre Manager

Job Details

Job Title:

CFO Centre ManagerSalary:

Up to £39,700 DOELocation:

Peterborough (involves travel across the north of the East of England to visit staff and stakeholders)Contract Area:

Criminal Justice (CFO Evolution Programme)

Overview

Lead the day-to-day management of the CFO Evolution Hub, including support workers and supply chain partners. Ensure compliance, performance delivery, and referral pathways within the criminal justice system to support participant rehabilitation and progress into employment or training.

Responsibilities

Operational Management

— Oversee the day-to-day smooth running of the Hub and Pop-Up operations.

Host daily risk meetings and ensure a clean, safe, and organised environment.

Ensure safeguarding and health and safety standards are upheld and incidents escalated.

People Management

— Direct line management of Hub staff.

Monitor performance and attendance, support staff development.

Conduct monthly audits and supervision meetings (PMF and MAF compliance).

Participant Management

— Oversee eligibility assessments and action plans.

Ensure robust case management and participant progress reviews.

Encourage engagement through varied, needs-led activities.

Stakeholder Engagement and Referral Building

— Develop and maintain strong referral links with:

Probation services

CRS providers

Courts and approved premises

Build community pathways to reduce duplication and maximise referrals.

Performance and Compliance

— Ensure accurate and timely data input on CATs+ (commissioner''s system).

Achieve contract performance targets, ensuring compliance with Shaw Trust, HMPPS, and funding bodies.

Lead on innovation and continuous improvement.

Employer Engagement

— Broker local employer relationships to meet employment KPIs.

Manage training providers in line with procurement and quality expectations.

Person Specification Summary

Qualifications

Essential: Management experience or qualification

Desirable: IAG Level 3, PTLLS, or similar training qualifications

Experience

Managing teams and driving performance (essential)

Supporting individuals with complex needs (essential)

Data entry and analysis (essential)

Criminal justice sector experience (desirable)

Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership and motivation skills

Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change

Excellent administration and IT (MS Office, data systems)

Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset

Commercial awareness within a charitable mission

Strong collaborative and communication skills

Understanding of local labour markets and disadvantage

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