Prison Mentor in Peterborough

Prison Mentor in Peterborough

Peterborough Full-Time 25000 - 30000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Red 5 People

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support individuals pre-release with tailored plans for housing, healthcare, and employment.
  • Company: Join a recognised charity committed to making a difference in criminal justice.
  • Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work in a supportive environment, and contribute to meaningful change.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity for criminology graduates and those passionate about social change.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on lives while developing your skills in a rewarding role.
  • Qualifications: Experience in criminal justice or supporting vulnerable individuals is essential.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 Β£ per year.

Would you like to join a charity recognised as a great place to work (Investors in People / Best Companies Awards)?

This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting new journey, delivering a cutting-edge criminal justice support programme.

In this role, you will be based at HMP Peterborough.

You ll work with clients who are 6 12 months pre- release, focusing on providing effective through-the-gate support.

Your role will be to ensure each individual has a clear, structured plan in place for release.

You ll meet clients one-to-one, supporting them across key areas such as housing, resettlement, healthcare, education, wellbeing, life skills, and employment.

You ll deliver tailored 1:1 sessions and signpost to relevant services within the prison.

To apply, you should have experience working with individuals in the criminal justice system (e. g. prison or probation settings).

We also welcome applicants with experience supporting vulnerable individuals in areas such as mental health, substance misuse, or homelessness.

Criminology graduates with relevant voluntary or paid experience supporting similar client groups are encouraged to apply.

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 a member of the team will respond.

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Red 5 People

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Red 5 People Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Prison Mentor in Peterborough

Experience in the criminal justice system
Support for vulnerable individuals
Knowledge of housing and resettlement services
Understanding of healthcare and wellbeing
Life skills coaching
Employment support
One-to-one mentoring