Greater Manchester Women's Support Alliance
Wilmslow, Cheshire
Join GMWSA and help women build positive futures after prison The Greater Manchester Women s Support Alliance (GMWSA) is looking for a passionate and motivated Link Worker to support women who have experienced multiple recalls to custody and are preparing for release from HMP Styal. This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist, women-centred organisation committed to delivering trauma-responsive, gender-specific support to women facing multiple disadvantage. Working directly with women in custody, you will support them to overcome barriers to successful resettlement, reconnect with services in their local communities, and build the foundations for a more stable future. About the Role As the HMP Styal Link Worker, you will provide one-to-one support to women from Greater Manchester who have been recalled to custody. Many of the women you will work with will have experienced trauma, domestic abuse, poor mental health, homelessness, substance misuse, family separation, and other complex challenges. You will: Build trusting relationships with women whilst they are in custody. Assess individual needs and develop person-centred support plans. Support women to prepare for release and reintegration into their communities. Link women into local Women s Centres, housing providers, and specialist support services. Work closely with prison staff, probation, housing providers and community organisations. Provide practical and emotional support before and immediately after release where required. Advocate on behalf of women to ensure they can access the services and support they need. This role requires someone who can combine empathy, resilience and strong professional boundaries while working in a challenging but highly rewarding environment. About You We re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting women and understands the challenges faced by those involved in the criminal justice system. You will ideally have: Experience of supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs. Experience in advocacy, support work, case management or related roles. An understanding of trauma-responsive and strengths-based approaches. Knowledge of issues affecting women involved in the criminal justice system. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of the criminal justice system and will support successful candidates through the required vetting processes. Why Join GMWSA? GMWSA is a partnership of Women s Centres and specialist organisations working across Greater Manchester to support women facing multiple disadvantage. We believe in: Trauma-responsive and evidence-led practice Women s voices shaping services Partnership and collaboration Equality, diversity and inclusion Empowerment, dignity and respect You ll be joining a team committed to helping women overcome barriers, reduce reoffending and create lasting positive change. Important Information This post is open to women only and is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (occupational requirement). The successful candidate will be required to undertake: Enhanced DBS check BPSS clearance HMPPS prison vetting and barring processes (Enhanced Check Levels 1 and 2) A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential. How to Apply Please download and complete the application form and return it by 12 noon on Thursday 2nd July 2026 . The recruitment pack and application form can be accessed via our website by clicking the "Redirect to Recruiter" button. Please note that we do not accept CVs or covering letters in place of an application form. Application deadline: 12 noon, Thursday 2nd July 2026 Interview Date: TBC
Join GMWSA and help women build positive futures after prison The Greater Manchester Women s Support Alliance (GMWSA) is looking for a passionate and motivated Link Worker to support women who have experienced multiple recalls to custody and are preparing for release from HMP Styal. This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist, women-centred organisation committed to delivering trauma-responsive, gender-specific support to women facing multiple disadvantage. Working directly with women in custody, you will support them to overcome barriers to successful resettlement, reconnect with services in their local communities, and build the foundations for a more stable future. About the Role As the HMP Styal Link Worker, you will provide one-to-one support to women from Greater Manchester who have been recalled to custody. Many of the women you will work with will have experienced trauma, domestic abuse, poor mental health, homelessness, substance misuse, family separation, and other complex challenges. You will: Build trusting relationships with women whilst they are in custody. Assess individual needs and develop person-centred support plans. Support women to prepare for release and reintegration into their communities. Link women into local Women s Centres, housing providers, and specialist support services. Work closely with prison staff, probation, housing providers and community organisations. Provide practical and emotional support before and immediately after release where required. Advocate on behalf of women to ensure they can access the services and support they need. This role requires someone who can combine empathy, resilience and strong professional boundaries while working in a challenging but highly rewarding environment. About You We re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting women and understands the challenges faced by those involved in the criminal justice system. You will ideally have: Experience of supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs. Experience in advocacy, support work, case management or related roles. An understanding of trauma-responsive and strengths-based approaches. Knowledge of issues affecting women involved in the criminal justice system. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of the criminal justice system and will support successful candidates through the required vetting processes. Why Join GMWSA? GMWSA is a partnership of Women s Centres and specialist organisations working across Greater Manchester to support women facing multiple disadvantage. We believe in: Trauma-responsive and evidence-led practice Women s voices shaping services Partnership and collaboration Equality, diversity and inclusion Empowerment, dignity and respect You ll be joining a team committed to helping women overcome barriers, reduce reoffending and create lasting positive change. Important Information This post is open to women only and is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (occupational requirement). The successful candidate will be required to undertake: Enhanced DBS check BPSS clearance HMPPS prison vetting and barring processes (Enhanced Check Levels 1 and 2) A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential. How to Apply Please download and complete the application form and return it by 12 noon on Thursday 2nd July 2026 . The recruitment pack and application form can be accessed via our website by clicking the "Redirect to Recruiter" button. Please note that we do not accept CVs or covering letters in place of an application form. Application deadline: 12 noon, Thursday 2nd July 2026 Interview Date: TBC
ADVANCE
Ashford, Kent
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (pro rata) Location: HMP Bronzefield Hours: 21 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: The Advance Prison Advocate will support sentenced women facing imminent release from custody, providing pre-release support; focused on Accommodation, Finance, debt & benefits, Family & significant others and Social inclusion. The Prison Advocate will develop a referral pathway with the Offender Management team within the prison, for women to access the service and will work in partnership with the existing service providers operating within the prison. You will co-design a person-centred support and action plan with women accessing support, enabling you to support them to address their needs and any risks in relation to the interventions identified above including providing through the gate support . The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women in custody. You will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with women in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally working with prisoners and/or their families. You will build strong relationships with the Pre Release teams to ensure clients are able to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finance, benefits and debt, family and social inclusion support including negotiating terms on behalf of the women. Ensure that interventions are responsive to and meet the needs of women from diverse and minoritised backgrounds. This, together with referrals to wider partner organisations in the community, will ensure additional support needs are addressed post-release and continuity of support exists A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential About You: To be successful as the Advance Prison Advocate you will need the below experience and skills: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system obtained through academic study, experience of working in the criminal justice system (or closely associated social system). The ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons. You will possess excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work in a prison environment whilst remaining calm. Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines You will have the ability to complete trauma informed, support and action plans in collaboration with the woman; to support in addressing their multiple and individual needs and enable them to engage with services, which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved. How to apply: Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter through our website. Closing Date for Applications: 21st June 2026 Interviews will take place on a rolling basis Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day, and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (pro rata) Location: HMP Bronzefield Hours: 21 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: The Advance Prison Advocate will support sentenced women facing imminent release from custody, providing pre-release support; focused on Accommodation, Finance, debt & benefits, Family & significant others and Social inclusion. The Prison Advocate will develop a referral pathway with the Offender Management team within the prison, for women to access the service and will work in partnership with the existing service providers operating within the prison. You will co-design a person-centred support and action plan with women accessing support, enabling you to support them to address their needs and any risks in relation to the interventions identified above including providing through the gate support . The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women in custody. You will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with women in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally working with prisoners and/or their families. You will build strong relationships with the Pre Release teams to ensure clients are able to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finance, benefits and debt, family and social inclusion support including negotiating terms on behalf of the women. Ensure that interventions are responsive to and meet the needs of women from diverse and minoritised backgrounds. This, together with referrals to wider partner organisations in the community, will ensure additional support needs are addressed post-release and continuity of support exists A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential About You: To be successful as the Advance Prison Advocate you will need the below experience and skills: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system obtained through academic study, experience of working in the criminal justice system (or closely associated social system). The ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons. You will possess excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work in a prison environment whilst remaining calm. Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines You will have the ability to complete trauma informed, support and action plans in collaboration with the woman; to support in addressing their multiple and individual needs and enable them to engage with services, which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved. How to apply: Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter through our website. Closing Date for Applications: 21st June 2026 Interviews will take place on a rolling basis Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day, and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Turning Point
City, Swindon
Job Introduction Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement. Part Time: 14.8 Hours Per Week / 2 Days Per Week (Which days negotiated at interview) Location: Swindon & Wiltshire Countywide (travel expenses covered) Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and individuals in Swindon & Wiltshire doing a highly rewarding job. Turning Point's mental health treatment requirement service are currently expanding during a really exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment. We have a range of roles for people passionate about supporting others to make change. We have roles in different teams including: Community based treatment services: providing assessment, coordinating treatment and working partnership to support individuals. The roles include delivering structured psycho-social interventions in group and one to level to enable our service users to acquire thinking skills and behaviours to make lasting change. Homeless outreach provision: Targeting homeless individuals, offering a flexible and outreach response to highly vulnerable individuals sleeping rough or living in temporary accommodation Criminal Justice rehabilitation/recovery services: working closely with the Probation Services, Prisons and Police to provide a rapid, tailored response to individuals that support their recovery and rehabilitation As a Peer Support Worker we offer a starting salary of £22,284 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £25,550 per year (Pro-Rata). (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary). You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. Whether you are looking to progress into a Recovery Worker role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey. Role Responsibility As a Peer Support Worker we are looking for a new colleague with a passion to support individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues. Your role will be to work alongside Turning Point senior assistant psychologists and assistant psychologists to support service users to access person centred support and navigate the different opportunities for support available to them across the treatment and housing system. Peer Support Workers act as 'advocates, mentors and coaches' to service users supporting them to succeed in their chosen goals around treatment. The role includes maintaining regular contact with your clients, offering advice, information as well as supporting service users to access support in the community utilising lived experience to provide hope, inspiration and support. No day is the same in this role but an ability to communicate effectively with a range or service users and colleagues, an ability to manage different tasks and a commitment to Turning Point values are essential. As a Peer Support worker you yourself will have lived experience around the issues experienced by our service users, you may come with experience supporting people in health and social care or just have a keen interest in supporting this group; if your values are right, we have a role for everyone. The Ideal Candidate You'll have an understanding of mental health, substance and alcohol use and the challenges and opportunities for individuals on a recovery journey. However, we also recognise that many people have transferrable skills from other backgrounds such as mental health, housing or other health and social care provision. The roles are varied, so flexibility, an ability to work dynamically on a one to one and group basis and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be useful but we can help to shape these skills where needed. We also look for candidates with excellent communication skills and who share our values as an organisation. This role is specifically aimed at people with lived experience and an excellent role for those wishing to progress from voluntary roles as a peer mentor or looking to develop in a career in substance use. We value individual creativity and initiative and, whatever your role, you will be fully involved in identifying opportunities to improve the quality of our services and the service user experience. Your ideas will be listened to and your suggestions implemented wherever possible. You will be supported in your role by extensive training to help develop your skills. Our learning culture encourages everyone to stay on top of the latest developments in their field and helps drive service improvement. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 25 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents SM - Peer Support Worker.pdf Apply
Job Introduction Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement. Part Time: 14.8 Hours Per Week / 2 Days Per Week (Which days negotiated at interview) Location: Swindon & Wiltshire Countywide (travel expenses covered) Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and individuals in Swindon & Wiltshire doing a highly rewarding job. Turning Point's mental health treatment requirement service are currently expanding during a really exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment. We have a range of roles for people passionate about supporting others to make change. We have roles in different teams including: Community based treatment services: providing assessment, coordinating treatment and working partnership to support individuals. The roles include delivering structured psycho-social interventions in group and one to level to enable our service users to acquire thinking skills and behaviours to make lasting change. Homeless outreach provision: Targeting homeless individuals, offering a flexible and outreach response to highly vulnerable individuals sleeping rough or living in temporary accommodation Criminal Justice rehabilitation/recovery services: working closely with the Probation Services, Prisons and Police to provide a rapid, tailored response to individuals that support their recovery and rehabilitation As a Peer Support Worker we offer a starting salary of £22,284 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £25,550 per year (Pro-Rata). (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary). You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. Whether you are looking to progress into a Recovery Worker role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey. Role Responsibility As a Peer Support Worker we are looking for a new colleague with a passion to support individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues. Your role will be to work alongside Turning Point senior assistant psychologists and assistant psychologists to support service users to access person centred support and navigate the different opportunities for support available to them across the treatment and housing system. Peer Support Workers act as 'advocates, mentors and coaches' to service users supporting them to succeed in their chosen goals around treatment. The role includes maintaining regular contact with your clients, offering advice, information as well as supporting service users to access support in the community utilising lived experience to provide hope, inspiration and support. No day is the same in this role but an ability to communicate effectively with a range or service users and colleagues, an ability to manage different tasks and a commitment to Turning Point values are essential. As a Peer Support worker you yourself will have lived experience around the issues experienced by our service users, you may come with experience supporting people in health and social care or just have a keen interest in supporting this group; if your values are right, we have a role for everyone. The Ideal Candidate You'll have an understanding of mental health, substance and alcohol use and the challenges and opportunities for individuals on a recovery journey. However, we also recognise that many people have transferrable skills from other backgrounds such as mental health, housing or other health and social care provision. The roles are varied, so flexibility, an ability to work dynamically on a one to one and group basis and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be useful but we can help to shape these skills where needed. We also look for candidates with excellent communication skills and who share our values as an organisation. This role is specifically aimed at people with lived experience and an excellent role for those wishing to progress from voluntary roles as a peer mentor or looking to develop in a career in substance use. We value individual creativity and initiative and, whatever your role, you will be fully involved in identifying opportunities to improve the quality of our services and the service user experience. Your ideas will be listened to and your suggestions implemented wherever possible. You will be supported in your role by extensive training to help develop your skills. Our learning culture encourages everyone to stay on top of the latest developments in their field and helps drive service improvement. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 25 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents SM - Peer Support Worker.pdf Apply
