Hiring: Advocacy Barrister in Surrey

Terms and Conditions Job title: Advocate (Surrey) Reports to: Programme Manager (Surrey) Direct reports: N/A Start date: TBC – subject to successful MOJ vetting Salary: 31,173 per annum (inclusive of £3,990 Southeast weighting) Working hours: Full-time Contract: Fixed term until 31 March 2027 (with the possibility of extension, subject to contract extension) Location: Minimum one day per week in Women’s Support Centre, Woking with occasional travel required across Surrey. Job Purpose Women in Prison’s Advocates deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, independent advocacy for women in communities and in prisons, which focuses on early intervention, and holistic provision as part of a ‘whole system’ multi-agency response that looks to address the root causes of women’s offending. The primary purpose of this role is to provide in-depth, ongoing support to a caseload of women across Surrey. Key Responsibility Areas # Provide high-quality, trauma-responsive advocacy and emotional and practical support to women in contact with, or at risk of being in contact with the criminal justice system. # Development and maintenance of professional relationships in the community and prisons. # Ensure clear, timely and effective communication and record-keeping. # Proactively seek to develop your personal and professional practice and contribute to wider organisational development. # Contribute to building a feminist culture and positive working environment for Women in Prison. Please download recruitment pack for the full job description