Current vacancies

We are currently looking for new volunteers to join the IMB Gartree. Our members help to ensure that proper standards of care and decency are maintained. Candidates need to be over 18 years of age and live within approx 25 miles of the prison. Applicants do not need any special qualifications or experience as we will provide all necessary training and support. You need to be enthusiastic, open minded, possess effective communication skills and have the ability to exercise sound, objective judgement. HMP Gartree is a Category B Training Prison for men serving indeterminate sentences. It is located on the northern edge of Market Harborough, Leicestershire.

Time commitment per month: 2-3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

We are currently looking for new volunteers to join IMB Haverigg helping to ensure that proper standards of care and decency are maintained. Applicants do not need any special qualifications or experience as we will provide all necessary training and support. Candidates need to be over 18 years of age and live within approx.35 miles of the prison. You need to be enthusiastic, open minded, possess effective communication skills and have the ability to exercise sound, objective judgement. Approx. 2 to 3 visits per month although this may be slightly higher during the first year of induction training. Board meetings take place the first Thursday of each month at 12pm, however, can be flexible with time/day. These meeting are usually held face to face, sometimes by Zoom. This is an unpaid role, however, expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month although this may be higher during first year of training.

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1275/Haverigg/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 28/08/2022

HMP Rye Hill prides itself on making a difference to all we come into contact with. We aim to continue to develop our prison into one of the best Category B Training prisons in the UK. The staff are highly trained and maintain a positive environment at Rye Hill. Everyone at Rye Hill has an equal part to play to ensure success. The IMB have a key role in ensuring that the treatment by those in custody are treated in a fair, just and humane way and that standards of decency are maintained. Applications are invited from candidates who live within 25 miles of HMP Rye Hill. Board meetings are last Tuesday of month

Time commitment per month: Approx 3-4 visits per month, plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Rye Hill /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a women's Open Prison in the heart of Kent near Maidstone. Originally a stately home; it has substantial grounds with sweeping views. It also boasts a farm, and there is a shop open to the public on Fridays where you can buy meat from the farm as well as produce and plants from the gardens. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Newly opened in 2021 as the country's third specialist prison for Category C foreign national offenders with an expected 350+ prisoners by late 2022. Full range of IMB activity plus the added interest of Immigration/Home Office issues. Site nearly all at ground floor level with good access for volunteers with mobility concerns. Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of Morton Hall IRC. Board meetings are held Second Tuesday each month 0930-1200

Time commitment per month: Approx 3 to 4 visits per month during probation, later reducing to 2 to 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Morton Hall /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Whatton presents some unique challenges but being an IMB member is both satisfying and rewarding. Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of HMP Whatton. The Board meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 until 13:00.

Time commitment per month: Approx 2-3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Whatton /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 20 miles of HMP/YOI Foston Hall. Board meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month at 13:00. Foston Hall is a closed Women's Prison, taking in remand and sentenced prisoners. Work and education opportunities are made available, including a sewing machinery workshop, painting and decorating work, a hairdressers, a cafe, recycling centre, large kitchen gardens and grounds of the old Hall building plus an animal sanctuary. A number of prisoners have complex problems and there are a range of specialist services to provide support. Many prisoners are on short term sentences.

Time commitment per month: Approx 3 to 4 visits per month during the probation year which then reduces to 2 to 3 visits

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Foston Hall/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a Category C training establishment for men aged over 21, mostly long-term, including life-sentenced, prisoners. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Swaleside houses a range of longer term prisoners representing a cross-section of criminal world. Members find the prison very interesting but busy as they deal with 1100 prisoners and their issues. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP YoI Brinsford is situated north of Wolverhampton, in the West Midlands. It holds both remand and sentenced young men, between 18 and 25 years of age, with a temporary increase to 29-year-olds, to support population pressures. The majority are young adults, with an increasing number of category C adult men. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: Approx. 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Oakwood is the largest prison in England, it is run by G4S so is a private prison and there are a great any prisoner led initiatives. There are over 2000 prisoners housed in 3 large houseblocks and 2 smaller ones. Prisoners have an age range from 21 to 91. The IMB team is very supportive and there is mentoring and training to help you undertake your role. HMP Oakwood is a cat C prison. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

742 Op capacity prison set on the border of Northampton/Warwickshire. Due to its rural location own transport is essential Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of HMP Onley. Due to Rural Location own transport is essential. Board meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday in Month @ 14:00hrs

Time commitment per month: Approx 2-3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Onley /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Cookham Wood, near Rochester, is one of 5 juvenile Young Offender Institutions (YOIs) in England and Wales. It holds boys and young men aged 15 - 18 years, some remanded in custody awaiting trial and others serving sentences (6 months - 20 years). See the Cookham Wood 2021 Annual Report for more information. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Ford is an open environment prison which sets the scene for arrivals to prepare for re-entry into the wider world. It is very rewarding to monitor the progress and preparation for the next phase of life, through education, work and encouraging family ties. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Category D male open prison. Applications are invited from candidates who live within 35 miles of HMP North Sea Camp. North Sea Camp is a category D open Prison. Board meetings are held monthly on 1st Friday at 10:00 AM , looking to be more flexible for the future.

Time commitment per month: Approx.2 to 3 visits per month.

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – North Sea Camp /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Stocken is a Category C training establishment with over 1000 men serving terms of imprisonment of over 4 1/2 years. All men are expected to work, attend college or courses daily. It is set in a rural location in Rutland so a car is necessary. The prison is on a large spread out site and it takes about 15 minutes to walk from the gate to the far wing. Board meetings take place the second Wednesday of the month at 13.30

Time commitment per month: Approx. 2 to 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Stocken /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a mixture of remand and sentenced prisoners in the B/C categorisation. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP YoI Rochester is A Category C Male Prison and Young Offender Institution, in which prisoners are receiving skills training and education which, together with attendance at behavioural programmes, should prove beneficial to them on release and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP/YOI Swinfen Hall is a public sector prison comprising an integrated young offender institution (YOI) and category C training prison for young men. The prison is defined as a ‘national resource’, so receives prisoners from all over the country. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Sudbury is an open prison with good road links to Stoke on Trent, Derby, Uttoxeter and Burton on Trent. It occupies a pleasant semi-rural location. It currently holds around 600 prisoners who are approaching the final phase of their sentences and preparing for release Applications are invited from candidates who live within 20- 30 miles of HMP Sudbury. Board meeting held second Tuesday of the month in the morning.

Time commitment per month: Approx 3 to 4 visits per month during the probation year which then reduces to 2 to 3 visits

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Sudbury/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Stafford is the oldest fully operational prison in England with a number of Grade II listed buildings and a capacity of 750 prisoners. It is located adjacent to Stafford town centre. It is a category C training prison. Being such an old establishment it does have access issues e.g. no lifts in the residential wings, such that the top floors can only be accessed by ascending a number of flights of stairs. - Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 25 miles of HMP Peterborough. Board meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month from 13:00-16:00. We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1266/Peterborough/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Standford Hill is a Category D Open Prison with an outstanding record of rehabilitating and resettling prisoners. It is a different and very constructive environment and IMB members have the opportunity to play a role in a prison with the lowest re-offending rate in the country. If you are interested in how to turn lives around this is a good place to observe important things being done. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Maidstone is a Foreign National Category C Male Prison located in the heart of Maidstone with good road and rail links. The prison is well run with a supportive staff team. As a Foreign National Prison, the Home Office is embedded within the prison dealing with potential deportations and/or appeals. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

A Category B local prison housing a diverse mix of men from across the east midlands, in this 150-year-old institution Applications are invited from candidates who live within 35 miles of HMP Lincoln. The Board meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 10.00am to 13.00pm.

Time commitment per month: Approx 3-4 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Lincoln /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 20 miles of HMP Lowdham Grange. Board meetings occur at 1:30 on the 4th Thursday of each month. We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: Approx 3 – 4 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Lowdham Grange /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Nottingham is a category B adult male and YOI establishment, serving primarily the counties of Nottingham and Derby and those cities. Around 30% of prisoners are on remand awaiting trial with a similar percentage designated category C and a small number of category D. In addition, a small amount of capacity is reserved for men being detained under immigration powers who are unsuitable for an immigration removal centre Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of HMP Nottingham. The Board meets on every second Tuesday of each month.

Time commitment per month: Approx 2-3visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/EM Cluster – Nottingham /2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a closed male prison with over 700 men focusing on resettlement and training. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP YoI Werrington is a small establishment on the edge of Stoke on Trent in the village of Werrington on A52. It is easy to locate and parking is satisfactory. The prison itself is mainly on the ground floor and comprises a mixture of old and new buildings. It houses boys convicted of, largely, violent crimes, aged between 15-18. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Featherstone is a category C male prison, situated eight miles north of Wolverhampton. It opened in 1976 and occupies part of the same campus as HMPs Oakwood and Brinsford. It receives prisoners mostly from local prisons HMPs Hewell and Birmingham. The prison is close to the M54, M6 and M6 toll road. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a Category C Male Prison and Young Offender Institution, in which prisoners are receiving skills training and education which, together with attendance at behavioural programmes, should prove beneficial to them on release and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Dovegate is A Cat B prison in rural Staffordshire which is modern and well run where the Board have excellent working relationships with the staff and are respected by the prisoners. - Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: Approx. 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Hewell is a local adult male Category B prison, which has capacity for 998 prisoners. It has a high number of remand prisoners and prisoners on shorter sentences. Although purpose build in 1993, most cells are shared. The prison has been on a journey of improvement since 2020 and significant progress has been made. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

The prison is a local category B men only prison close to Lewes town centre. - Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/KSS Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

HMP Drake Hall is situated in rural Staffordshire, about a mile from Eccleshall and 10 miles from Stafford. The prison is a training and resettlement prison and does not take remand prisoners. Although designated as a closed prison, the layout provides significant freedom of movement for prisoners within the perimeter fence. In this sense, the environment is unique within the women's closed estate. The emphasis is on the development of an ethos to ensure the women develop their potential to successfully leave prison and not reoffend. This makes it an interesting and rewarding environment in which to monitor and be part of the IMB. Applications are invited from candidates who live an average of 25 miles from the prison. Interviews are expected to be conducted using a mixture of remote (using Zoom) and face-to-face formats. Applicants who are selected for interview will be advised of the details in due course.

Time commitment per month: 2 to 3 visits per month plus board meeting

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1274/WM Cluster/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 11/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of HMP Littlehey. Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1273/Littlehey/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 04/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 30 miles of HMP Wetherby. Board meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 3pm . We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1271/Wetherby/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 04/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 40 miles of HMP Wayland. Board meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 10am . We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1270/Wayland/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 28/08/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 20 miles of HMP/Swansea. Monthly Board meetings at 15:30pm on the third Tuesday of each month. We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: Approx. 3 to 4 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1269/Swansea/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 04/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 20 miles of HMP Lowdham Grange. Board meetings occur at 1:00 on the 4th Thursday of each month.We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: Approx 2 – 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1268/Lowdham Grange/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 21/08/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 35 miles of HMP Hatfield. Board meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 10am . We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1265/Hatfield/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 04/09/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 25 miles of HMP Werrington. The Board meets on the second Tuesday of every month in the morning or in the evening by Zoom or at the establishment.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1260/Werrington/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 14/08/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 25 miles of HMP Bure. Board meetings are held on the First Wednesday of each month . We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1257/Bure/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 28/08/2022

Applications are invited from candidates who live within 25 miles of HMP Chelmsford. Board meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month . We regret that we cannot reimburse expenses incurred in attending familiarisation visits or interviews.

Time commitment per month: 2 - 3 visits per month

Recruitment Campaign Reference (to be quoted on all correspondence and forms): 1254/Chelmsford/2022

Closing date for completed returned applications: 21/08/2022