HM Inspectorate of Prisons – Inspection Team Leader
Ref: 15125
Closing date: 13 March 2026
HM Inspectorate of Prisons is looking for an exceptional candidate to lead one of its inspection teams which leads on the inspection of adult male prisons. The successful candidate will be expected to take up post in Summer 2026. The exact date will be dependent on the timing of interviews and security clearance processes.
As Inspection Team Leader, you will have a key role within the Inspectorate, making a demonstrable difference to the conditions and treatment of those held in detention in England and Wales by reporting on what you inspect and helping to achieve positive outcomes. You will be responsible for planning and carrying out inspections of prison establishments, managing a core team of inspectors, and the production of timely and accurate reports. You will also be part of the Inspectorate’s Delivery Board and will be responsible for helping to develop Inspectorate policy and inspection practice. You will be required to use your skills, knowledge and experience to advise on and influence national and justice policy formation and promote the work of HM Inspectorate of Prisons.
Reporting to HM Deputy Chief Inspector of Prisons, you will head the team of inspectors, develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and provide expert advice to HM Chief Inspector.
Frequent travel within the UK (and possibly abroad) will be required, and you will spend at least one week in three away on inspection, as well as travelling for meetings and other events. You will also need to be available to come to London for internal and external meetings on a regular basis.
Find out more and apply: 15125 – HM Inspectorate of Prisons – Inspection Team Leader – 15125 – Ministry of Justice
UK National Preventive Mechanism – Head of Secretariat
Ref: 14720
Closing Date: 9 March 2026
The National Preventive Mechanism is looking for an exceptional candidate to fill the role of Head of the UK NPM Secretariat. This is a key post working in collaboration with 21 NPM-member organisations, their heads and senior staff to provide policy, research and secretarial support to the NPM. This role will manage a large network of relationships and work closely and collaboratively with NPM members and the Chair. They are responsible for driving and managing the work of the NPM, liaising closely with all members to develop consensus on joint priorities and work across the NPM. They will lead on the development of NPM objectives and the development and delivery of an NPM business plan. They will also lead the production of the NPM annual report.
Find out more and apply: 14720 – UK National Preventive Mechanism – Head of NPM Secretariat – 14720 – Ministry of Justice