At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower others by coordinating peer support programmes in a prison environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on recovery and wellbeing in Surrey's prisons.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, training opportunities, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a rewarding role with excellent career development prospects.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting others.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Bisley, Woking
Salary: £10,400
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time
About The Role
Are you passionate about empowering others and creating positive change? We're looking for a Peer Coordinator to join our prison-based substance misuse service, working 14 hours per week across the Surrey region. This role will support services across HMP Send and HMP Coldingley, so regular travel between sites is required. Working as part of an integrated healthcare team, you'll play a key role in developing and coordinating peer support programmes for adults experiencing drug and alcohol issues within custody. You'll recruit, train and support Peer Supporters and Health & Wellbeing Champions, helping individuals build confidence, improve wellbeing and support others on their recovery journey.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, train and supervise Peer Supporters and Health & Wellbeing Champions
- Develop and coordinate peer-led interventions across prison settings
- Build positive relationships with service users and prison staff
- Champion recovery, health and wellbeing initiatives
- Support awareness events and engagement activities
- Monitor outcomes and maintain accurate records and reports
- Act as a key contact for peer supporters across the service
Qualifications
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Is passionate about recovery, wellbeing and person‑centred support
- Can motivate and inspire others to achieve positive outcomes
- Is organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities
- Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
This is a rewarding opportunity to help people make lasting positive changes while contributing to the delivery of high-quality substance misuse services within a prison environment.
Mandatory checks
All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer.
Benefits
- Flexible working
- Training and development opportunities
- BHSF Cashback Scheme (optional)
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Crisis Loan Scheme
- Electric Car Scheme
- 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata for part time employees)
- Access to Blue Light Card
- 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter
- Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
- Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)
Peer Coordinator employer: Forward Trust
Forward Trust in Margate is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact in the community by empowering job seekers, particularly those facing barriers such as ex-offenders. With a strong focus on employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive benefits, we foster a supportive work culture that values collaboration and personal development, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about helping others succeed in their career journeys.
