The Realities of the Prison Service: Insights from a Prison Governor with Nicola Marfleet of HMP Woodhill
May 28, 2024
In this episode of Careers Unwrapped, host Mark Fawcett is joined by Nicola Marfleet, Governor of HMP Woodhill. Together they explore Nicola’s unexpected journey into the prison service and the realities she has encountered throughout her career. Nicola also debunks misconceptions about prison officers and highlights the rewarding aspects of her role, including witnessing prisoners transform their lives. She offers insights into personal and professional development opportunities, and strategies for creating a positive culture as a leader.
In this episode of Careers Unwrapped, host Mark Fawcett is joined by Nicola Marfleet, Governor of HMP Woodhill.
Join them as they explore:
- Nicola’s unexpected journey into the prison service
- The realities of the prison system
- Misconceptions about prisons and prison officers
- The rewarding aspects of a career in prisons
- Insights into personal and professional development opportunities
- Strategies for creating a positive culture as a leader
Nicola Marfleet has worked in prisons for over twenty-four years, and is currently the governor of HMP Woodhill. She is a Guest Lecturer at Leadership College London, and the author of Why Carry a Weapon?, a study of knife crime among young males aged 15 - 17. After working on the front-line of prisons for so long, she is well-informed about team dynamics, cultural change, leading under pressure and authentic service.
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