Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate

Service Care Solutions; Stanwell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support services provider seeks a Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate to support women in custody at HMP Bronzefield. This part-time role involves providing trauma-informed casework, developing action plans, and linking women to community services. The ideal candidate will have experience in the criminal justice system and strong communication skills. The position offers a pay rate of £16 - £18 per hour with some home-working flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience within the criminal justice system or a related support service is essential.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches is required.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide casework support for women on remand and unsentenced.
• Develop pre-release action plans tailored to individual needs.
• Support women with housing, benefits, debt advice, and family contact.

Skills

Experience within the criminal justice system or a related support service

Knowledge of trauma-informed, gender-specific interventions

Strong communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate

Location: HMP Bronzefield, Ashford (Hybrid - some home working)

Pay Rate: £16 - £18 per hour

Hours: Part-Time, approx. 21 hours per week

Contract: 3 months minimum

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate to join the Prison Services team on a temporary basis. You will support women in custody at HMP Bronzefield, providing trauma-informed casework and pre-release planning. This role focuses on helping women address resettlement needs such as accommodation, finance and benefits, family relationships, and social inclusion. You will deliver one-to-one casework, co-design personalised action plans, and provide “through-the-gate” support to link women with community services upon release. Working in partnership with Offender Management and other prison-based agencies, you will play a vital role in empowering women to reduce reoffending and rebuild their lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide casework support for women on remand and unsentenced.
• Develop and deliver pre-release action plans tailored to individual needs.
• Support women with housing, benefits, debt advice, and family contact.
• Liaise with prison staff and partner agencies to ensure effective referrals.
• Maintain accurate records and manage a caseload to deadlines.

Requirements

• Experience within the criminal justice system or a related support service.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, gender-specific interventions.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a prison environment with professionalism.
• Enhanced DBS check and HMPPS vetting required.