Neurodiversity Activities Coordinator / Programme Facilitator - Prison Education HMP Oakwood, Wolverhampton Rate: £15.00 per hour Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential extension) Hours: Approximately 4.5 days per week Are you passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and creating engaging, meaningful activities that help people build confidence and develop important life skills? We are seeking a Neurodiversity Activities Coordinator / Programme Facilitator to support the delivery of a structured neurodiversity programme within a prison education environment at HMP Oakwood. Important Requirement Applicants must already hold current prison clearance/vetting and be eligible to work within a prison environment. The Role You will play a key role in designing and delivering activities and workshops that support neurodivergent learners and individuals with additional learning needs. Working closely with the Neurodiversity Support Manager and wider prison teams, you will help create a positive and inclusive environment that encourages engagement, personal development and participation. Responsibilities Deliver structured activities and workshops for neurodivergent learners. Support individuals with additional learning needs through engaging and inclusive activities. Develop sessions focused on confidence building, emotional regulation, communication, social interaction and personal development. Encourage participation through creative, interactive and strengths-based approaches. Maintain attendance records and monitor learner engagement and progress. Work collaboratively with prison departments and the Neurodiversity Support Manager. Assist with the planning and delivery of neurodiversity awareness initiatives and events. Essential Requirements Current prison clearance/vetting. Experience delivering training, education, mentoring, coaching or structured group activities. Understanding of neurodiversity and additional learning needs. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confidence working within a secure custodial environment. Ability to motivate and engage individuals from diverse backgrounds. Working Pattern The role is based around the prison education timetable: Morning Session: 9:00am - 11:30am Afternoon Session: 1:45pm - 4:15pm We would ideally like to appoint one individual to cover the full working pattern , however applications from two part-time candidates are also welcomed, with the hours split across the week. What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who is empathetic, engaging and passionate about helping individuals develop their confidence, skills and independence. Experience working within education, training, employability, neurodiversity support, rehabilitation or offender learning environments would be highly beneficial. Apply Now We are looking to appoint as soon as possible and can offer a flexible interview process to support a quick start for the right candidate. If you already hold prison clearance and have experience supporting neurodivergent learners or delivering structured activities, we would love to hear from you. 0115 9111 290