Specialist Women’s Criminal Justice Practitioner

Location: Solihull, with occasional travel to Coventry

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–4.30pm

Some jobs tick a box. This role changes lives.

We’re looking for a warm, driven and compassionate individual with experience supporting people through challenging circumstances, such as housing difficulties, debt, addiction or abuse.

As a Specialist Women’s Criminal Justice Practitioner, you’ll support women involved in the criminal justice system, helping them overcome challenges, build confidence and move towards a brighter future.

You’ll work one-to-one and in groups, providing practical and emotional support with housing, finances, family relationships, mental health and recovery. You may meet women at the prison gate on release, accompany them to appointments, advocate on their behalf and connect them with local support services.

Please note: This role has a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be female, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Access to a car and a willingness to travel across Solihull and occasionally to Coventry are essential.

What You’ll Need

• Experience supporting people facing challenging circumstances, through paid or voluntary work.
• A compassionate, person-centred approach and a commitment to helping others.
• The ability to build trust and develop positive relationships.
• Confidence remaining calm in challenging situations.
• Strong communication, listening and advocacy skills.
• Resilience, patience and a belief that everyone deserves a second chance.
• Access to a car and the ability to travel when required.

What We Offer

• One day off for your birthday.
• Defined contribution pension scheme, with employer matching up to 6%.
• The option to buy or sell annual leave.
• 24/7 online GP services and wellbeing support.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Blue Light Card membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Occupational sick pay for eligible colleagues.

If you’re passionate about helping women rebuild their lives and achieve a more positive future, we’d love to hear from you.

GreenSquareAccord welcomes applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. Applicants with a disability who meet the essential eligibility criteria are guaranteed an interview.