Location
HMP Pentonville, London (N7)

Hours
Full Time - Permanent (39 hours per week)

Salary
£39,673.67 plus an additional 5% in recognition of shift and weekend working

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Carpenter Locksmith to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Pentonville, a category B male prison. The team operates like a self-contained city, working Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment. Your role will be vital in maintaining the smooth and safe operation of the facility, impacting prisoners, employees, visitors, and the wider community.

As a Carpenter Locksmith, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including plumbers, electricians, painters, cleaners, and administrators, all dedicated to providing a secure environment and promoting rehabilitation and positive change. This is an opportunity to use your skills to make a meaningful difference in a challenging and rewarding environment.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical, time-bound services to HMPPS. Joining us means contributing to the safety and security of prisons and supporting prisoner reintegration into society.

Holidays include 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays. Additional benefits include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and support, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts. We foster a strong focus on safety, inclusivity, and career progression opportunities.

We are proud to promote diversity and create a workplace where every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to be their true selves. We are committed to fairness, ongoing learning, and career development for all employees.

GFSL is ISO 9001 Certified and embraces the values: Pride in People, Do the Right Thing, One Team.

Note: GFSL’s FM services will transfer to a private sector provider no sooner than August 2027 following a procurement process.

Experience
- Substantiated experience in a similar role
- Competency in the use and operation of all associated power tools and machinery
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office Excel and Word
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements

About you
- Excellent organisational, time management, and people skills
- Good health and safety knowledge
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
- Commitment to promoting a safe and secure environment

Qualifications
- City & Guilds, National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent qualification or substantial experience
- Up to date First Aid at Work qualification