Family Support Worker - Visits Support and Play

Family Support Worker - Visits Support and Play

HMP The Mount

Family Engagement

Permanent

Job Summary

Join us as a Family Support Worker (Visits Centre Assistant) at HMP The Mount, where you will play an important role in supporting families visiting their loved ones in prison.

Based in the visitor centre, you’ll help create a welcoming and supportive environment for adults and children. From offering information and guidance to organising activities for children and ensuring refreshments are available, you’ll contribute to making visits as positive and stress‑free as possible.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll support families during what can often be a challenging time, using your experience of working with people facing difficulties to handle situations calmly and sensitively.

You’ll also work closely with colleagues and partner agencies, ensuring safeguarding and child p...