Handyperson/Escort
| Posting date: | 11 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.38 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5RS |
| Company: | SkyBlue Solutions |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HandyIOW_1752230869 |
Summary
Role: Handyperson/Escort
Location: HMP Isle of Wight
Standard Rate: £13.38
Duration: Temporary role, with the opportunity to be long term
Typical hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00 - 17:00
We are currently recruiting for a Handyperson/Escort to work at HMP Isle of Wight. This dual-role position involves performing basic maintenance tasks, including fire alarm testing, while also supporting the security team by escorting and monitoring contractors such as electricians, plumbers, and carpenters working across the prison estate.
Other duties will include but not be limited to:
- Basic maintenance tasks across the site
- Fire alarm testing
- Escorting and supervising external contractors
- Searching visitors and buildings
- Checking identification and tools
- Handling radios and routine administrative duties
About You:
- Previous experience of handy work is essential specifically in Fire Alarm Testing
- Experience using various for e.g. Power tools
- Be safety conscious
- Have been living in the UK for the past 3+ years
Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.
If you are interested in this Handyperson/Escort position based at Albany, 55 Parkhurst Rd, Newport PO30 5RS please apply and we will be in touch.
SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.