Advocate (South London)

Women in Prison; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity focused on women's advocacy is seeking dedicated advocates to support women in contact with the criminal justice system across London. This role involves delivering trauma-informed support and working in community hubs. Candidates should have experience in advocacy and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by women in these environments. The position requires attending team meetings and providing continuity of care for women transitioning from custody. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable women.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing advocacy to marginalized groups.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system and its impact on women.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy, support and advice services to women.
• Be co-located across London Boroughs to support clients.
• Attend designated office for meetings and training.
• Provide support to women leaving custody.

Job description

Women in Prison's Advocates deliver high‑quality, trauma‑informed, independent advocacy for women in communities and in prisons, which focuses on early intervention, and holistic provision as part of a 'whole system' multi‑agency response that looks to address the root causes of women's offending. The primary purpose of this role is to provide in‑depth, ongoing support to a caseload of women in the community, co‑located in hubs across South London. This programme is funded by the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) co‑commissioning grant, along with investment from the six Local Authorities, the Community Rehabilitation Company and NHS England. The funding will be used to develop and expand support for female offenders and women at risk of becoming involved in the criminal justice system across Bromley, Bexley, Croydon, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Southwark, Sutton and Wandsworth.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy, support and advice services to women in contact with, or at risk of being in contact with, the criminal justice system.
• Be co‑located across London Boroughs to support clients in Women's Only Hubs.
• Attend designated office for monthly team meetings, training and team development time.
• Provide Through the Gate support to women leaving custody returning to one of the WIP's boroughs.