Through the Gate Coordinator
Job Location:
Newton Abbot - UK
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Job Summary
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference
Join our team at HMP Channings Wood as a Through the Gate Worker and help people prepare for life beyond prison. Youll support individuals approaching release to access treatment healthcare and community services helping them build positive futures sustain recovery and successfully reintegrate into their communities.
Experience in substance misuse criminal justice mental health social care or a related field can be beneficial but it isnt essential. If you have strong people skills can build positive relationships and are passionate about helping others well provide the training and support needed to help you succeed in the role.
This is an exciting time to join us. HMP Channings Wood is preparing for a significant prison expansion creating opportunities for career development and progression within a growing service.
If youre looking for a role with purpose where you can support positive change and help people take the next step towards a brighter future wed love to hear from you.
Through the Gate WorkerLocation:HMP Channings Wood
Hours:37.5 per week
Contract:Permanent
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours
This is a rolling recruitment campaign and applications will be reviewed as they are received. The vacancy will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed so early applications are encouraged.
- Support individuals during the 12 weeks leading up to their release from prison.
- Develop personalised resettlement and recovery plans.
- Coordinate referrals to healthcare treatment and community services.
- Work closely with prison staff healthcare teams resettlement teams and external partner agencies.
- Advocate for individuals to access the support they need.
- Promote recovery resilience social reintegration and independence.
- Contribute to risk management and safeguarding processes where required.
- Enjoy helping and supporting others.
- Communicate effectively and build positive relationships.
- Are organised and able to manage competing priorities.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
- Are proactive resilient and focused on achieving positive outcomes.
- Are willing to learn and develop new skills.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Paid weekly Wellbeing Hour.
- Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support.
- Discounts on shopping travel and entertainment.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
A note about using AI in your application
AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application and were happy for you to use it. However what were most interested in is you.
We want to understand your experiences achievements and strengths so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact youve made in previous roles.
Theres no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic specific and clearly demonstrate your skills experience and potential. We look forward to learning more about you.
Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas unfortunately we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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