Criminal Justice Worker

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Criminal Justice Worker in Coventry to support individuals in the justice system. The role involves working with probation and rehabilitation partners to reduce substance-related harm, improving well-being, and breaking the cycle of re-offending. Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of drug-related issues, experience in criminal justice, and a commitment to helping individuals. This role offers competitive pay of £20-22 per hour and spans a 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience within the criminal justice or related field.
• Experience supporting people with complex needs or multiple barriers.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and effective interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support people on court‑ordered treatment requirements.
• Develop and deliver group interventions that promote recovery.
• Provide seamless support between police custody and the community.

Skills

Understanding of drug and alcohol issues

Experience in criminal justice field

Ability to support individuals with complex needs

Knowledge of Criminal Justice System

Commitment to helping individuals progress

Job description

Criminal Justice Worker

Location: Coventry

Salary: £20-22 per hour Umbrella

Contract: 3 months

Are you driven to make a real impact on people's lives and community safety? We're looking for a committed Criminal Justice Worker in Coventry to support individuals in the justice system to reduce substance-related harm, improve well‑being, and help break the cycle of re‑offending.

Working across both community and custody settings, you'll play a vital role in ensuring people get the right support at the right time, whether in court, probation, prison, or back in the community.

What a Criminal Justice Worker will do:

• Work closely with Probation and Rehabilitation partners to support people on court‑ordered treatment requirements (DRR/ATR/ASAR).
• Develop and deliver group interventions that promote recovery and reduce drug‑related offending.
• Provide seamless support between police custody, courts, prisons and the community.
• Carry out assertive outreach, home visits and appointment support to maximise engagement.
• Prepare Court Reports and contribute to risk assessments and recovery planning.
• In custody settings, support First Night Centre provision, deliver brief interventions, and link individuals into prison substance use programmes.
• Provide group work and recovery planning within rehabilitation frameworks to help individuals progress safely and positively.

What You'll Bring as a Criminal Justice Worker

• Strong understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience within the criminal justice or related field.
• Experience supporting people with complex needs or multiple barriers.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and effective interventions that reduce substance‑related crime.
• Ability to work flexibly within a prison environment (where required).
• A genuine commitment to helping individuals reduce harm and move forward positively.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting people at crucial turning points in their lives and want to be part of reducing harm and re‑offending, we'd love to hear from you, Please apply within.

For more information on the role as Criminal Justice Worker in Coventry you can call the office on 0121 631 5930 and ask for Alisha.

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.