Prison Support Worker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to transition into a meaningful support role within the criminal justice system. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of prison leavers by providing tailored 1:1 casework and support. With a focus on overcoming barriers related to housing, employment, and relationships, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals prepare for their release. The company values its employees, offering generous holiday allowances and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Family-friendly policies

Two duvet days a year

Qualifications

• Experience in support roles, especially with vulnerable populations.
• Strong candidates without prison vetting will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 casework support to individuals preparing for release.
• Help clients overcome barriers related to housing, employment, and finance.

Skills

Experience supporting prison leavers

Working with vulnerable adults

Knowledge of the criminal justice system

Job description

Want to be looked after as an employee?

How about 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays), family-friendly policies, and even two duvet days a year? One Glassdoor review sums it up perfectly:

“Genuinely changes lives, that’s what I enjoyed. The people I worked with were amazing, passionate, dedicated, and really committed to helping clients.”

This role could be a great move for someone currently working within the prison service who wants to transition into a more support-focused position. There’s lots of training and shadowing to help you learn the ropes.

We have two vacancies: one based at HMP Leeds, and one at HMP Wealstun. Each role also includes 1–2 days per week at Askham Grange, a nearby resettlement prison.

You’ll work with individuals preparing for release, offering 1:1 casework and helping them overcome barriers related to housing, employment, finance, relationships, and more. This is a frontline role with no groupwork — the focus is on tailored, meaningful support.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience supporting prison leavers, vulnerable adults, or working within the criminal justice system.
• Ideally, existing prison vetting (but strong candidates without it will be considered).

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

For more information, feel free to give us a call and ask for Lawrence (contact details on the Red 5 People website).

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