Project Worker - Violence Reduction (based in custody)

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Project Worker to support service users in remand at various facilities. This role involves organizing support hubs, delivering life skills programs, and collaborating with prison staff to ensure a smooth transition for individuals reintegrating into society. The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy and problem-solving skills, along with experience working with high-risk individuals. Join a committed team focused on fostering safer environments and empowering vulnerable individuals through targeted interventions and support.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial settings or with high-risk individuals.
• Strong advocacy and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Organise remand support hubs for housing, ID, banking, and employment.
• Deliver Catch22’s Life Skills Programme through group sessions.

Skills

Advocacy Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of Safeguarding

Experience with High-Risk Individuals

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Youth Justice

Criminology or Related Fields

Job description

Job Description

Join Catch22 as a Project Worker supporting service users in remand within HMP Wandsworth or HMP Pentonville. In this pivotal role, you will deliver interventions that deter violence, promote life skills, and provide practical support for prisoners during their transition.

You will:

1. Organise and manage remand support hubs, offering guidance on housing, ID, banking, and employment.
2. Deliver Catch22’s Life Skills Programme through group sessions and tailored interventions.
3. Collaborate with prison staff and external agencies to provide coordinated support.
4. Use strengths-based and solution-focused approaches to address individual needs.
5. Respond to referrals, creating action plans that reduce risks of violence.

This is an opportunity to build rapport with vulnerable individuals, enabling their reintegration into society while fostering a safer prison environment.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Experience working within custodial settings or with high-risk individuals.
• Strong advocacy and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, housing, and employment support systems.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications in youth justice, criminology, or related fields.
• Experience delivering one-to-one and group interventions.

Additional Information

Important information about this opportunity

Interested candidates should review the Job Information Pack for more details. For questions about the role or recruitment process, contact [emailprotected].

Contract: Permanent

Hours & work pattern: Full time, 38 hours per week.

Salary: £31,200

Location: Currently based at HMP Feltham, Bedfont Rd, Feltham TW13 4NP

Screening includes an enhanced DBS check, police vetting, and UK Right To Work verification. Catch22 does not sponsor visas currently.

To Apply: Submit your CV, cover letter, and completed screening questions. Applications must include a CV and satisfactory responses to screening questions to be considered.

Catch22’s Commitment to Ban the Box: We do not ask about criminal convictions during the application process, only at interview and offer stages. See the Information Pack for details.

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