Job Description
Would you like to work for an award-winning charity known for being a great place to work? (Best Companies / Investors in People).\n\nThey’ve launched a new service supporting ex-offenders in the community, helping them rebuild their lives. It’s a fantastic approach to rehabilitation, creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
For example, there are wellness rooms, a gym, a music studio, pool tables, and even doughnuts and news debates on Wednesdays. It’s the kind of place where you could happily spend an afternoon with a book.\n\nThis is a wonderful setting where you’ll provide support to your clients. In addition to engaging in the activities above, you’ll work with a caseload of clients, delivering 1:1 sessions to help them:\n\nAccess housing and benefits\nRegister with a GP and dentist\nEnroll in training courses\nReceive light-touch employment support\nDevelop essential life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and general wellness\nYou may also provide support to clients at local probation services. \nThis is exactly how rehabilitation should be done, and the project is truly inspiring.\n\nWho We're Looking For:\n\nTo apply, you must have experience working in criminal justice—perhaps as a prison officer, resettlement officer, or probation officer.
Alternatively, you might have experience in 1:1 support roles, such as a project worker, support worker, hostel worker, employment advisor, careers advisor, job coach, or recruitment consultant.\n\nIf you're a criminology graduate looking for your first career step, we welcome applications, provided you have some relevant experience (paid or voluntary).\n\nPlease apply via this advert—we aim to respond to everyone. If you haven't heard back within 72 hours, please complete the "Send Us A Message" form on the Contact Us page on the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a real person will get back to you.\n\nFor more details, call the office and ask for James (contact details can be found on the Red 5 People website)