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Prison AdvocateLocation:HMP Bronzefield Hours:35 hours per week Contract Type:Temporary rolling contractThis post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.About UsOur client is an award-winning, women-only organisation established in 1998, dedicated to supporting women and girls who have experienced domestic abuse and those with short-term sentences to reduce reoffending. We empower women to lead safe, non-violent, and independent lives, ensuring they have access to the support they need. We operate through a community-based approach, offering best-practice support to women in local settings, including womens centres. We work in close partnership with other agencies to provide a holistic and effective service. Our values:Listen and Support | Empower and Respect | Collaborate | Innovate | AccountabilityAbout the RoleAs aPrison Advocate , you will provide specialist support to women on remand or awaiting sentencing at HMP Bronzefield. Your role will focus on pre-release support in key areas such asAccommodation, Finance, Debt & Benefits, Family & Significant Others, and Social Inclusion . You will work closely with theOffender Management Teamand other prison service providers to develop referral pathways, ensuring women can access tailored support both inside and outside prison. The role combines directcasework, advocacy, and signposting , helping women navigate the challenges of the criminal justice system and reintegrate into society post-release.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the first point of contact for women in custody, conducting triage assessments and developing person-centredsupport and action plans . Work in partnership with prison services and community organisations to establish effectivereferral pathways . Case management : Provide direct support to women, ensuring access to housing, financial support, and family/social reintegration services. Offerthrough the gatesupport, ensuring continuity of care and access to relevant community-based services upon release. Work closely withPre-Release Teamsto secure suitable housing and financial assistance for clients. Advocate for women within the prison system, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. Facilitategroup interventions and structured support sessionswithin the prison environment. Identify safeguarding concerns, ensuring all relevant procedures and risk assessments are followed. Maintain accuratecase recordsand contribute to project monitoring and evaluation.About YouEssential Skills & Experience:Experience working with vulnerable women , particularly those in the criminal justice system. Case management expertise , including risk assessment, safety planning, and support plan development. Strong knowledge ofhousing, benefits, debt management, and social inclusionservices. Ability tobuild relationshipswith prison staff and external support agencies. Experience deliveringtrauma-informed, gender-specific interventions . Excellentcommunication and negotiationskills, with the ability to advocate on behalf of clients. Strongorganisational skills , with the ability to manage a high caseload in a fast-paced environment. A solid understanding ofsafeguardingand risk management procedures. Desirable Skills:Experience working inprisons or with ex-offenders . Understanding ofdomestic abuse, coercion, and control , and how these issues impact women in custody. Afull UK driving licenceand access to a vehicle (preferred but not essential).How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting women in the criminal justice system and want to be part of a pioneering organisation, we encourage you to apply. For more information, please contact Oliver Jefferson Please note:Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and anenhanced DBS check . TPBN1_UKTJ