Health Care Assistant - Part Time - HMP Chelmsford Location: Chelmsford Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 pro rata Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role Make a real difference where it matters most. We re looking for a compassionate, motivated Health Care Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care within a residential detox and recovery service based at HMP Chelmsford. This is a part-time role (23 hours per week), offering a hands-on opportunity to support clients through medical detox and recovery, promoting physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. You ll work within an integrated healthcare framework, supporting individuals at a critical point in their recovery journey, alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. What you ll be doing: Supporting nursing and medical staff to deliver care to clients undergoing medical detox, including those with complex needs Monitoring and reporting on physical, mental and psychological wellbeing Providing 1:1 support, brief crisis interventions, and contributing to community and conduct meetings Supporting safe medicines management and maintaining accurate electronic records Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team Promoting a safe, caring environment and escalating safeguarding or risk concerns What we re looking for: Experience within substance misuse services and/or residential settings Understanding of the impact of addiction on individuals and communities Knowledge of the 12 Step recovery model (minimum 3 years abstinence if in recovery) A compassionate, proactive approach and strong teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding, infection control and best practice care If you re passionate about recovery-focused nursing and want to make a tangible impact in a unique and challenging environment, we d love to hear from you. All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 22, 2026
Full time
Health Care Assistant - Part Time - HMP Chelmsford Location: Chelmsford Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 pro rata Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role Make a real difference where it matters most. We re looking for a compassionate, motivated Health Care Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care within a residential detox and recovery service based at HMP Chelmsford. This is a part-time role (23 hours per week), offering a hands-on opportunity to support clients through medical detox and recovery, promoting physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. You ll work within an integrated healthcare framework, supporting individuals at a critical point in their recovery journey, alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. What you ll be doing: Supporting nursing and medical staff to deliver care to clients undergoing medical detox, including those with complex needs Monitoring and reporting on physical, mental and psychological wellbeing Providing 1:1 support, brief crisis interventions, and contributing to community and conduct meetings Supporting safe medicines management and maintaining accurate electronic records Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team Promoting a safe, caring environment and escalating safeguarding or risk concerns What we re looking for: Experience within substance misuse services and/or residential settings Understanding of the impact of addiction on individuals and communities Knowledge of the 12 Step recovery model (minimum 3 years abstinence if in recovery) A compassionate, proactive approach and strong teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding, infection control and best practice care If you re passionate about recovery-focused nursing and want to make a tangible impact in a unique and challenging environment, we d love to hear from you. All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Visits Receptionist - HMP Millsike Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: £22,932 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 19 Feb 2026 About The Role Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day Are you passionate about supporting families and individuals during challenging times? Do you thrive in a role that blends compassion, organisation, and teamwork? Forward Trust is seeking a dedicated Prison Visits Centre Reception Worker to join our dynamic Connections Team at HMP Millsike. This is a pivotal role in delivering our core Connections Services, which include: Connections Visits Family and Relationship Support Health, Wellbeing & Substance Misuse Services As the first point of contact for visitors to the prison, you ll help create a welcoming and respectful environment, easing the emotional stress of visits while ensuring security and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Greet and register visitors, ensuring punctuality and accurate documentation Create a calm, supportive reception environment to reduce visitor anxiety Provide practical advice, emotional support, and signposting to relevant services Collaborate with Family & Relationship Practitioners and external agencies Maintain confidentiality and uphold security protocols Manage the Visits Helpline and respond to enquiries promptly Keep the reception area clean, organised, and stocked with resources Serve refreshments and assist with special visits or family events Partnership & Collaboration Work closely with prison security staff to ensure safe and smooth visits Support multi-disciplinary team meetings and safeguarding discussions Liaise with external agencies to provide holistic support to visitors Continuous Improvement & Safeguarding Collect visitor feedback to improve service delivery Monitor visitor flow and report operational issues Stay up-to-date through training and development Ensure all activities comply with safeguarding and security policies Administration & Flexibility Maintain accurate visitor logs and incident reports Handle calls and enquiries related to visits Support a clean, welcoming reception space Flexibility required, including evenings and weekends Why Join Us? At Forward Trust, we believe in second chances and strong connections. You ll be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of prisoners and their families offering support, dignity, and hope. This position will include evening and weekend working This job is subject to enhanced DBS and Prison Vetting, a start date will not be confirmed until this has been completed About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 22, 2026
Full time
Visits Receptionist - HMP Millsike Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: £22,932 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 19 Feb 2026 About The Role Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day Are you passionate about supporting families and individuals during challenging times? Do you thrive in a role that blends compassion, organisation, and teamwork? Forward Trust is seeking a dedicated Prison Visits Centre Reception Worker to join our dynamic Connections Team at HMP Millsike. This is a pivotal role in delivering our core Connections Services, which include: Connections Visits Family and Relationship Support Health, Wellbeing & Substance Misuse Services As the first point of contact for visitors to the prison, you ll help create a welcoming and respectful environment, easing the emotional stress of visits while ensuring security and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Greet and register visitors, ensuring punctuality and accurate documentation Create a calm, supportive reception environment to reduce visitor anxiety Provide practical advice, emotional support, and signposting to relevant services Collaborate with Family & Relationship Practitioners and external agencies Maintain confidentiality and uphold security protocols Manage the Visits Helpline and respond to enquiries promptly Keep the reception area clean, organised, and stocked with resources Serve refreshments and assist with special visits or family events Partnership & Collaboration Work closely with prison security staff to ensure safe and smooth visits Support multi-disciplinary team meetings and safeguarding discussions Liaise with external agencies to provide holistic support to visitors Continuous Improvement & Safeguarding Collect visitor feedback to improve service delivery Monitor visitor flow and report operational issues Stay up-to-date through training and development Ensure all activities comply with safeguarding and security policies Administration & Flexibility Maintain accurate visitor logs and incident reports Handle calls and enquiries related to visits Support a clean, welcoming reception space Flexibility required, including evenings and weekends Why Join Us? At Forward Trust, we believe in second chances and strong connections. You ll be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of prisoners and their families offering support, dignity, and hope. This position will include evening and weekend working This job is subject to enhanced DBS and Prison Vetting, a start date will not be confirmed until this has been completed About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Domestic Abuse Team Leader - Kent - FTC Location: Canterbury Salary: £27,992 per annum Vacancy Type: Contract Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role We re looking for a Domestic Abuse Team Leader to lead trauma-informed support for adults affected by domestic abuse and substance misuse across East Kent. This fixed-term role until 31st March 2028 offers the chance to make a real difference while driving high-quality, coordinated support for survivors. You will be the East Kent lead for Domestic Abuse, acting as the central point of contact and ensuring consistent practice across services. What you ll do Lead MARAC across East Kent, ensuring consistent processes, licensing, and governance Deliver trauma-informed outreach support in refuges and community settings, managing a small, complex caseload Risk assess using DASH, coordinate substance misuse treatment, and refer into IDVA services and wider support networks Leadership, Collaboration & Impact Work closely with IDVAs and partner agencies, representing survivors needs and voices Upskill Domestic Abuse and Substance Misuse practitioners and maintain strong referral pathways with refuges and external partners Promote the service, increase awareness and referrals, and contribute to targets and outcomes set by Forward and local commissioners What you ll bring A strong trauma-informed approach and experience working with high-risk, complex needs Knowledge of domestic abuse and/or substance misuse services Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel across the cluster with notice If you re a confident, compassionate leader ready to make a real difference for survivors across East Kent, we d love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 22, 2026
Contractor
Domestic Abuse Team Leader - Kent - FTC Location: Canterbury Salary: £27,992 per annum Vacancy Type: Contract Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role We re looking for a Domestic Abuse Team Leader to lead trauma-informed support for adults affected by domestic abuse and substance misuse across East Kent. This fixed-term role until 31st March 2028 offers the chance to make a real difference while driving high-quality, coordinated support for survivors. You will be the East Kent lead for Domestic Abuse, acting as the central point of contact and ensuring consistent practice across services. What you ll do Lead MARAC across East Kent, ensuring consistent processes, licensing, and governance Deliver trauma-informed outreach support in refuges and community settings, managing a small, complex caseload Risk assess using DASH, coordinate substance misuse treatment, and refer into IDVA services and wider support networks Leadership, Collaboration & Impact Work closely with IDVAs and partner agencies, representing survivors needs and voices Upskill Domestic Abuse and Substance Misuse practitioners and maintain strong referral pathways with refuges and external partners Promote the service, increase awareness and referrals, and contribute to targets and outcomes set by Forward and local commissioners What you ll bring A strong trauma-informed approach and experience working with high-risk, complex needs Knowledge of domestic abuse and/or substance misuse services Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel across the cluster with notice If you re a confident, compassionate leader ready to make a real difference for survivors across East Kent, we d love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Criminal Justice Recovery Worker - Swale Location: East Kent Salary: £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role Do you want to make a real difference at the point where change matters most? We re looking for a motivated and compassionate Criminal Justice Recovery Worker to join our integrated drug and alcohol service in East Kent. You ll work with adults affected by substance misuse, delivering client-centred psychosocial interventions using both harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches. The role sits at the heart of Criminal Justice pathways, supporting individuals referred from courts, police custody and prisons. What you ll be doing Supporting clients referred through Criminal Justice routes Carrying out risk, initial and comprehensive assessments Delivering 1:1 sessions and group programmes Acting as a Single Point of Contact for CJ communication within your hub Developing, reviewing and coordinating care plans and risk management Ensuring compliance with court orders, testing, supervision and reporting Working closely with Probation, Housing, Healthcare, Employment and CRC partners Supporting continuity of care across East Kent services What we re looking for Experience working with substance misuse and complex needs Confidence managing Criminal Justice caseloads Strong communication and multi-agency working skills Ability to meet KPIs and evidence outcomes A flexible, proactive and solution-focused approach You ll be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering meaningful, outcome-focused work with people at key points in their recovery journey. We offer reflective supervision, ongoing training and development, and the opportunity to work within a values-led organisation committed to quality, safety and partnership working, where your contribution genuinely makes a difference. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 21, 2026
Full time
Criminal Justice Recovery Worker - Swale Location: East Kent Salary: £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 18 Feb 2026 About The Role Do you want to make a real difference at the point where change matters most? We re looking for a motivated and compassionate Criminal Justice Recovery Worker to join our integrated drug and alcohol service in East Kent. You ll work with adults affected by substance misuse, delivering client-centred psychosocial interventions using both harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches. The role sits at the heart of Criminal Justice pathways, supporting individuals referred from courts, police custody and prisons. What you ll be doing Supporting clients referred through Criminal Justice routes Carrying out risk, initial and comprehensive assessments Delivering 1:1 sessions and group programmes Acting as a Single Point of Contact for CJ communication within your hub Developing, reviewing and coordinating care plans and risk management Ensuring compliance with court orders, testing, supervision and reporting Working closely with Probation, Housing, Healthcare, Employment and CRC partners Supporting continuity of care across East Kent services What we re looking for Experience working with substance misuse and complex needs Confidence managing Criminal Justice caseloads Strong communication and multi-agency working skills Ability to meet KPIs and evidence outcomes A flexible, proactive and solution-focused approach You ll be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering meaningful, outcome-focused work with people at key points in their recovery journey. We offer reflective supervision, ongoing training and development, and the opportunity to work within a values-led organisation committed to quality, safety and partnership working, where your contribution genuinely makes a difference. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Housing Interventions Worker Custody Based HMP Parc and HMP Swansea Location: Bridgend Salary: £26,339 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 13th February 2026 If you re an experienced, positive, and solutions-focused individual with a passion for preventing homelessness, reducing reoffending, and supporting meaningful change in the lives of people involved with Criminal Justice services, this could be the ideal role for you. The service supports individuals with a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement as part of their Community Supervision Licence, helping them prepare for returning to the community upon release. Our service is also available to unsentenced men on remand awaiting sentencing. About the Role You ll be based primarily at HMP Parc (Bridgend) and HMP Swansea, working closely with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with service users on the prison wings. At times, you may also support the service at HMP Cardiff, HMP Usk, or HMP Prescoed, depending on operational need. In this role, you ll deliver housing-focused interventions to improve housing opportunities and prevent homelessness for men on probation or approaching release. You ll ensure holistic assessments are completed, make onward referrals to specialist services, and work collaboratively with prison, probation, and housing partners to achieve positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Delivering 1:1 housing advice and interventions for men in custody or on probation in South Wales Completing housing needs assessments and developing structured action plans Actively engaging with Camau objectives to prevent homelessness and improve housing options Liaising with landlords, agents, and housing providers to source suitable accommodation Negotiating tenancy agreements and ensuring all properties meet Rent Smart Wales and safety standards Building and maintaining relationships with local authorities, registered social landlords, and private sector partners across Gwent, South Wales, and Dyfed Powys Supporting service users to access Forward Connect and other Forward Trust services What We re Looking For: Strong knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing or welfare advice to clients Proven ability to assess adults with multiple or complex support needs (homelessness, recovery, offending, etc.) Experience developing and delivering support plans to help clients sustain tenancies Understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in abstinence-based recovery or homelessness At Forward, we believe in second chances and value lived experience. We encourage applications from people in recovery, those with previous experience of offending, or anyone who has faced homelessness. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Housing Interventions Worker Custody Based HMP Parc and HMP Swansea Location: Bridgend Salary: £26,339 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 13th February 2026 If you re an experienced, positive, and solutions-focused individual with a passion for preventing homelessness, reducing reoffending, and supporting meaningful change in the lives of people involved with Criminal Justice services, this could be the ideal role for you. The service supports individuals with a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement as part of their Community Supervision Licence, helping them prepare for returning to the community upon release. Our service is also available to unsentenced men on remand awaiting sentencing. About the Role You ll be based primarily at HMP Parc (Bridgend) and HMP Swansea, working closely with Probation resettlement colleagues and directly with service users on the prison wings. At times, you may also support the service at HMP Cardiff, HMP Usk, or HMP Prescoed, depending on operational need. In this role, you ll deliver housing-focused interventions to improve housing opportunities and prevent homelessness for men on probation or approaching release. You ll ensure holistic assessments are completed, make onward referrals to specialist services, and work collaboratively with prison, probation, and housing partners to achieve positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Delivering 1:1 housing advice and interventions for men in custody or on probation in South Wales Completing housing needs assessments and developing structured action plans Actively engaging with Camau objectives to prevent homelessness and improve housing options Liaising with landlords, agents, and housing providers to source suitable accommodation Negotiating tenancy agreements and ensuring all properties meet Rent Smart Wales and safety standards Building and maintaining relationships with local authorities, registered social landlords, and private sector partners across Gwent, South Wales, and Dyfed Powys Supporting service users to access Forward Connect and other Forward Trust services What We re Looking For: Strong knowledge of housing and welfare benefits systems Experience providing housing or welfare advice to clients Proven ability to assess adults with multiple or complex support needs (homelessness, recovery, offending, etc.) Experience developing and delivering support plans to help clients sustain tenancies Understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in abstinence-based recovery or homelessness At Forward, we believe in second chances and value lived experience. We encourage applications from people in recovery, those with previous experience of offending, or anyone who has faced homelessness. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Housing Interventions Worker Location: Newport Salary: £26,339 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 13th February 2026 Location: Gwent (with some travel across South Wales & Dyfed Powys as required) Are you passionate about preventing homelessness, reducing reoffending, and creating meaningful change in the lives of people involved with the criminal justice system? If so, this could be the ideal role for you. The Camau Service, commissioned by Her Majesty s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) and delivered by The Forward Trust, supports individuals on probation who have a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement (RAR) as part of their Community Supervision Licence. The service also supports unsentenced men on remand awaiting sentencing, helping them prepare for a successful return to the community. As a Housing Intervention Worker, you will deliver housing-focused interventions, improve housing opportunities, and play a key role in homelessness prevention. Working directly with service users at probation locations (with some work in prisons and approved premises), you will provide wraparound support in partnership with Probation Practitioners, housing providers, and other service partners. Key Responsibilities Deliver 1:1 housing advice and interventions for men on probation or in custody preparing for release. Complete comprehensive housing needs assessments and develop structured action plans. Provide housing interventions that prevent homelessness and improve housing outcomes, aligned with Camau service objectives. Source properties in the private rented sector, including rooms in shared housing, HMOs, studios, and one-bedroom flats. Liaise with landlords, agents, local authorities, and housing organisations to secure sustainable accommodation options. Ensure all properties meet required legal, health, and safety standards (Rent Smart Wales registration, EPCs, gas safety certificates, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms). Work closely with prison, probation, and housing colleagues, following lone working and risk assessment procedures. Share best practice with colleagues and contribute to team targets under the guidance of the Senior Operations Manager. About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: Good knowledge of the housing system and welfare benefits. Experience providing advice and guidance on housing, rehousing, and welfare benefits. Experience assessing adults in need of housing and related support, including substance misuse needs. Experience developing and delivering support plans to help clients maintain tenancies. Understanding of the needs of clients experiencing homelessness, abstinence-based recovery, or complex needs. Experience working effectively with adults facing multiple disadvantages (e.g., unemployment, homelessness, substance misuse, mental ill health). Additional Information This role is co-located with Probation colleagues in Gwent, but you may be required to attend other probation offices, prisons, or approved premises across South Wales. Prison vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience, including those in recovery or with experience of offending or homelessness. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Housing Interventions Worker Location: Newport Salary: £26,339 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 13th February 2026 Location: Gwent (with some travel across South Wales & Dyfed Powys as required) Are you passionate about preventing homelessness, reducing reoffending, and creating meaningful change in the lives of people involved with the criminal justice system? If so, this could be the ideal role for you. The Camau Service, commissioned by Her Majesty s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) and delivered by The Forward Trust, supports individuals on probation who have a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement (RAR) as part of their Community Supervision Licence. The service also supports unsentenced men on remand awaiting sentencing, helping them prepare for a successful return to the community. As a Housing Intervention Worker, you will deliver housing-focused interventions, improve housing opportunities, and play a key role in homelessness prevention. Working directly with service users at probation locations (with some work in prisons and approved premises), you will provide wraparound support in partnership with Probation Practitioners, housing providers, and other service partners. Key Responsibilities Deliver 1:1 housing advice and interventions for men on probation or in custody preparing for release. Complete comprehensive housing needs assessments and develop structured action plans. Provide housing interventions that prevent homelessness and improve housing outcomes, aligned with Camau service objectives. Source properties in the private rented sector, including rooms in shared housing, HMOs, studios, and one-bedroom flats. Liaise with landlords, agents, local authorities, and housing organisations to secure sustainable accommodation options. Ensure all properties meet required legal, health, and safety standards (Rent Smart Wales registration, EPCs, gas safety certificates, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms). Work closely with prison, probation, and housing colleagues, following lone working and risk assessment procedures. Share best practice with colleagues and contribute to team targets under the guidance of the Senior Operations Manager. About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: Good knowledge of the housing system and welfare benefits. Experience providing advice and guidance on housing, rehousing, and welfare benefits. Experience assessing adults in need of housing and related support, including substance misuse needs. Experience developing and delivering support plans to help clients maintain tenancies. Understanding of the needs of clients experiencing homelessness, abstinence-based recovery, or complex needs. Experience working effectively with adults facing multiple disadvantages (e.g., unemployment, homelessness, substance misuse, mental ill health). Additional Information This role is co-located with Probation colleagues in Gwent, but you may be required to attend other probation offices, prisons, or approved premises across South Wales. Prison vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience, including those in recovery or with experience of offending or homelessness. All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6-8 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Lived Experience Coordinator (South) Dependency and Recovery Location: London Salary: £25,207 Plus Benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 06 Feb 2026 About The Role We are recruiting for Lived Experience Coordinator for Dependency and Recovery. We are Forward, the social enterprise that empowers people to break the cycle of crime and addiction to move forward and live fulfilling lives . We deliver a range of MOJ Commissioned Rehabilitative services (CRS) directly for Probation in three key areas: Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Dependency & Recovery. Accommodation is delivered in Wales, Dependency and Recovery in London and Humberside, Personal Wellbeing in East of England, Sussex, Surrey and as a subcontractor in Kent and Cheshire. These services work with Men 18+ who are under probation supervision, supporting them to navigate through their desired outcomes in order to achieve transformational change, break the cycle of offending and achieve long-term integration into society. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends, and a sense of community. No matter what your past, we believe anyone is capable of lasting change. Role Responsibilities You will be working remotely as part of a flexible, multi-disciplinary team, covering boroughs across London as a Lived Experience Co-Ordinator in the Dependency and Recovery Services as part of the CRS probation system. You will contact new POP, providing an information pack, promote the benefits of working with us and introduce them to our Lived Experience Peers (LEPs). You will establish a referral pathway and continually promote our service in London via locally tailored marketing/publicity, e.g., roadshows/events, workshops, surgeries, local media, leveraging material from our ongoing More Than My Past campaign, giving voice to people with lived experience, and reinforcing the message that recovery is possible Our aim is to reduce re-offending through a comprehensive, holistic and person centred package of support. Our service is tailored to meet individual needs by delivering a range of programmes within the Dependency and Recovery framework. This role is primarily responsible for the development and management of the LEP s Mentor service You will be required to recruit, train and supervise day to day management of volunteers and LEP s You will also co-ordinate team meetings, update training and provide supervision for LEP s and Volunteers and where applicable support with Level 2 peer mentoring qualification You will be required to manage a diverse case load with a range of complexities and risk levels . You will be responsible for completing comprehensive assessments, creating a collaborative action plan, maintaining accurate record keeping throughout. You will be responsible for adhering to the targets set by Forward and the local commissioners. Co-operative working relationships with other partner agencies and probation staff are vital to this role. In addition to Monday-Friday we will provide out of hours support, so some degree of flexibility will be required (eg. evenings 5 9pm/weekends 9am 5pm) provided virtually 1:1 and through an online and telephone helpline. You may at times be required to attend our head office for training. All probation-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. The Ideal Candidate Knowledge of the issues facing service users in the criminal justice sector. Previous experience of providing a peer support service to this or a similar client group or working closely with volunteers Demonstrable experience of managing high caseloads, carrying out risk/ comprehensive assessments, SMART action plans and effective case records Experience of delivering both 1:1 and group-work interventions using motivational techniques Experience of providing training and support for peer support services to prisoners, or those with drug or alcohol problems The ability to set and stick to professional boundaries Ability to work effectively with key partners in order to successfully deliver projects Demonstrate the ability to organise workload , ensuring effective time management and prioritisation to meet targets Understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity and GDPR requirements including client confidentiality Experience of strong communication skills with people from a range of backgrounds in a sensitive, supportive and professional manner To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. 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Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Lived Experience Coordinator (South) Dependency and Recovery Location: London Salary: £25,207 Plus Benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 06 Feb 2026 About The Role We are recruiting for Lived Experience Coordinator for Dependency and Recovery. We are Forward, the social enterprise that empowers people to break the cycle of crime and addiction to move forward and live fulfilling lives . We deliver a range of MOJ Commissioned Rehabilitative services (CRS) directly for Probation in three key areas: Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Dependency & Recovery. Accommodation is delivered in Wales, Dependency and Recovery in London and Humberside, Personal Wellbeing in East of England, Sussex, Surrey and as a subcontractor in Kent and Cheshire. These services work with Men 18+ who are under probation supervision, supporting them to navigate through their desired outcomes in order to achieve transformational change, break the cycle of offending and achieve long-term integration into society. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends, and a sense of community. No matter what your past, we believe anyone is capable of lasting change. Role Responsibilities You will be working remotely as part of a flexible, multi-disciplinary team, covering boroughs across London as a Lived Experience Co-Ordinator in the Dependency and Recovery Services as part of the CRS probation system. You will contact new POP, providing an information pack, promote the benefits of working with us and introduce them to our Lived Experience Peers (LEPs). You will establish a referral pathway and continually promote our service in London via locally tailored marketing/publicity, e.g., roadshows/events, workshops, surgeries, local media, leveraging material from our ongoing More Than My Past campaign, giving voice to people with lived experience, and reinforcing the message that recovery is possible Our aim is to reduce re-offending through a comprehensive, holistic and person centred package of support. Our service is tailored to meet individual needs by delivering a range of programmes within the Dependency and Recovery framework. This role is primarily responsible for the development and management of the LEP s Mentor service You will be required to recruit, train and supervise day to day management of volunteers and LEP s You will also co-ordinate team meetings, update training and provide supervision for LEP s and Volunteers and where applicable support with Level 2 peer mentoring qualification You will be required to manage a diverse case load with a range of complexities and risk levels . You will be responsible for completing comprehensive assessments, creating a collaborative action plan, maintaining accurate record keeping throughout. You will be responsible for adhering to the targets set by Forward and the local commissioners. Co-operative working relationships with other partner agencies and probation staff are vital to this role. In addition to Monday-Friday we will provide out of hours support, so some degree of flexibility will be required (eg. evenings 5 9pm/weekends 9am 5pm) provided virtually 1:1 and through an online and telephone helpline. You may at times be required to attend our head office for training. All probation-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. The Ideal Candidate Knowledge of the issues facing service users in the criminal justice sector. Previous experience of providing a peer support service to this or a similar client group or working closely with volunteers Demonstrable experience of managing high caseloads, carrying out risk/ comprehensive assessments, SMART action plans and effective case records Experience of delivering both 1:1 and group-work interventions using motivational techniques Experience of providing training and support for peer support services to prisoners, or those with drug or alcohol problems The ability to set and stick to professional boundaries Ability to work effectively with key partners in order to successfully deliver projects Demonstrate the ability to organise workload , ensuring effective time management and prioritisation to meet targets Understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity and GDPR requirements including client confidentiality Experience of strong communication skills with people from a range of backgrounds in a sensitive, supportive and professional manner To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. 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