Criminology Graduate

Red 5 People; Chatham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Chatham is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist a criminal justice support project. This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, helping ex-offenders rebuild confidence. The Project Coordinator will manage participants' first contact, assist in hub operations, and support administrative tasks. Ideal candidates are Criminology graduates with experience in vulnerable community support. This position welcomes individuals eager to make a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Criminology graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with people from vulnerable backgrounds is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for participants and visitors, in person and over the phone.
• Support the day-to-day running of the hub, including bookings and basic coordination.
• Help manage referrals and ensure participants are welcomed and supported on arrival.
• Support the team with general admin tasks and keep the hub running smoothly.
• Collect participant feedback to help improve engagement and the service.

Job description

We are recruiting for a Project Coordinator to join a brilliant criminal justice support project in Chatham.

This is a welcoming and relaxed hub environment designed to help ex-offenders feel safe, rebuild confidence, and access practical support. The space has a calm community feel, with areas to sit, talk, and take part in activities, including a pool table and a small gym area.

This role is ideal for Criminology graduates who want hands-on experience in a frontline project supporting people on a rehabilitative journey.

What you’ll be doing

• Being the first point of contact for participants and visitors, in person and over the phone
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the hub, including bookings and basic coordination
• Helping manage referrals and ensuring participants are welcomed and supported on arrival
• Supporting the team with general admin tasks and keeping the hub running smoothly
• Collecting participant feedback to help improve engagement and the service

What we’re looking for

• Criminology graduates are strongly encouraged to apply
• You must have experience working with people from vulnerable backgrounds

How to apply

Please apply via this advert. We aim to respond to everyone. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please use the “Send Us a Message” form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website and a real person will get back to you.

For more information about the role, call the office and ask for James (contact details available on the Red 5 People website).