Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 732 | 6 May 2022

Light Lunch

In this week's edition...

CLINKS VACANCY: members, events and information officer

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Support and Development directorate in this crucial role as Members, Events and Information Officer [£28,371, full time, home based] to develop the membership of Clinks, grow the range of voluntary organisations that join and stay as active members, as well as coordinate the events, information and resources that Clinks provides to member organisations and the wider voluntary sector working in criminal justice. Find out more and apply by 9am 28 May here

CLINKS NEWS: member support survey prize winner

Congratulations to Jackie Carpenter from Derventio Housing Trust CIC who was picked at random as the winner of £50 High Street vouchers for participating in the Clinks survey. Thank you to everyone who took the time to contribute.

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: women in prison

The Trustees of Women in Prison are pleased to announce the appointment of Sonya Ruparel as Women in Prison's new Chief Executive from Monday 11th July. Dr Kate Paradine announced in November 2021 that she is stepping aside from her role as Chief Executive and is currently working with the Board of Trustees and staff to ensure a smooth transition of leadership. Sonya will join Women in Prison from Turn2us where she is Director of programmes and partnerships. Sonya has a strong track record of working in senior leadership roles in the voluntary sector, focused on promoting social justice, centring feminism, with a passion for shifting power and ensuring that the voices of people with lived experience are at the forefront of change. Read more here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: children, justice and the capacity to adapt

HM Inspectorate of Probation (HMIP) has published a new Academic Insight about systemic resilience. Academic Insights are aimed at all those with an interest in the evidence base. HMIP commission leading academics to present their views on specific topics, assisting with informed debate and aiding understanding of what helps and what hinders probation and youth offending services. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the policy position of HM Inspectorate of Probation. Read the latest Academic Insight here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: report on women in contact with the criminal justice system

The Public Accounts Committee has published its report, Improving outcomes for women in the criminal justice system. This notes the aims of the Female Offender Strategy are widely supported, but actual progress in delivering the strategy has been “disappointing”. The report also points out that the strategy’s emphasis on community provision is undermined by the limited investment in it: £9.5 million compared to the £200 million committed to creating 500 new women’s prison places. The Committee said successful implementation of the strategy relies on organisations, including the voluntary sector, working together to address the underlying causes of women’s offending. Read the full report here.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: dependency and recovery services re-tender

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is seeking to re-tender the opportunity to deliver dependency and recovery services within the South West probation region. These services will have a community delivery focus with elements of delivery within 10 custodial establishments. The services will be delivered to people on probation with a low, medium or high level of need complexity. The contract value is anticipated to be circa £4m over a period of up to three and half years. If your organisation can offer these services in the South West, please e-mail a brief summary of the breadth of your services and geographical coverage. This process will help the MoJ to understand the market and which potential suppliers are available and will ensure you are included in market engagement activities and future correspondence.  Click here to e-mail

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: finance, benefit and debt services re-tender

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is seeking to re-tender the opportunity to deliver finance, benefit and debt services within the Kent, Surrey and Sussex probation region. These services will have a community delivery focus only. It is envisaged that the services will focus on people on probation with a high level of need complexity. The contract value is anticipated to be circa £900k over a period of up to three and half years. If your organisation can offer these services, please e-mail a brief summary of the breadth of your services and geographical coverage. This process will help the MoJ to understand the market and which potential suppliers are available and will ensure you are included in market engagement activities and future correspondence. Click here to e-mail

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: unpaid work in North Wales

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) will be launching a competition through the dynamic framework for unpaid work in North Wales in the next four to six weeks. Those interested in being invited to the competition must be qualified into the 'Education, Training and Employment' category of the dynamic framework. For further information or support in qualifying, please reach out to the selection questionnaire team. Click here to e-mail

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: a memoir of prison, family and philosophy

Join the Prisoner Learning Alliance (PLA) for a webinar [13 July, 14:30-15:30, online, free] with Andy West. Andy teaches philosophy in prisons. He has conversations with people inside about their lives and listens as the men and women explore new ways to think about their situation. Could we ever be good if we never felt shame? What makes a person worthy of forgiveness? Could someone in prison ever be more free than someone outside? Andy will read from his new book “The Life Inside: A Memoir of Prison, Family and Philosophy” which will be followed by a chaired conversation and questions from the audience. Click here to register

CLINKS MEMBER’S TRAINING: mental health first aid course

2 Way Training Solutions is offering a two day mental health first aid course [10th and 17th May, online, £225]. May is mental health awareness month and it has never been more important to be aware of when we are struggling with poor mental health or how to support those around us. This course aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to support someone who is struggling. 2 Way Training Solutions has a range of training dates and options, including online or face to face training. Book your place here

OPPORTUNITY: accessing healthcare in custody research

ICE Creates, a behaviour change agency, has been commissioned by the General Medical Council (GMC) to undertake research and find out what people expect from doctors when accessing healthcare. There is a research opportunity for individuals who have accessed healthcare whilst detained in prison or in custody to have their say and inform changes made to the guidance all doctors must follow. All participants who take part in an interview or focus group will receive a £30 voucher as a thank you for their participation. Register here to participate in an interview or focus group.

FEATURED VACANCY: 2 x Circles Coordinators

Circles South West is looking for 2 x Circles Coordinators (£32,000, 1 x Wiltshire & 1 x Devon & Cornwall, part time). The Coordinators will make a real difference in preventing sexual abuse and sexual violence. This varied and rewarding role means working directly with individuals who have sexually offended, supporting a team of local volunteers and regular liaison with probation and police.  Devon and Cornwall - Find out more and apply by 20th May here. Wiltshire - Find out more and apply by 20th May here.

FEATURED VACANCY: Young People’s Circles Coordinator

Circles South West is looking for a Young People’s Circles Coordinator (£32,000, Dorset, part time). In this varied, rewarding role you will work directly with young people who have sexually harmed, coordinate a local team of community volunteers and liaise closely with public protection and social care professionals. Are you passionate about preventing sexual harm? Are you a skilled professional who brings experience of working with young people with harmful sexual behaviour? Would you like to join a small dynamic team working towards the vision of ‘No More Victims’ of sexual abuse? Find out more and apply by 20th May here.

FEATURED VACANCY: Public Affairs & Policy Lead

Switchback is looking for a Public Affairs & Policy Lead (£28,000 to £34,000, London/hybrid, full time) to grow Switchback’s influence across parliament, politics and the criminal justice system. The Public Affairs & Policy Lead will play a key role, helping Switchback to tackle the social and racial injustices facing prison leavers and driving reoffending. They’ll focus on building Switchback’s relationships and influence with decision-makers, helping develop policy positions, monitoring what’s happening in parliament and jumping on opportunities to realise Switchback’s huge potential for impact. Find out more and apply by 9th May here.

OPPORTUNITY: accessing healthcare in custody research

ICE Creates, a behaviour change agency, has been commissioned by the General Medical Council (GMC) to undertake research and find out what people expect from doctors when accessing healthcare. There is a research opportunity for individuals who have accessed healthcare whilst detained in prison or in custody to have their say and inform changes made to the guidance all doctors must follow. All participants who take part in an interview or focus group will receive a £30 voucher as a thank you for their participation. Register here to participate in an interview or focus group.

FEATURED VACANCY: 2 x Circles Coordinators

Circles South West is looking for 2 x Circles Coordinators (£32,000, 1 x Wiltshire & 1 x Devon & Cornwall, part time). The Coordinators will make a real difference in preventing sexual abuse and sexual violence. This varied and rewarding role means working directly with individuals who have sexually offended, supporting a team of local volunteers and regular liaison with probation and police.  Devon and Cornwall - Find out more and apply by 20th May here. Wiltshire - Find out more and apply by 20th May here.

FEATURED VACANCY: Young People’s Circles Coordinator

Circles South West is looking for a Young People’s Circles Coordinator (£32,000, Dorset, part time). In this varied, rewarding role you will work directly with young people who have sexually harmed, coordinate a local team of community volunteers and liaise closely with public protection and social care professionals. Are you passionate about preventing sexual harm? Are you a skilled professional who brings experience of working with young people with harmful sexual behaviour? Would you like to join a small dynamic team working towards the vision of ‘No More Victims’ of sexual abuse? Find out more and apply by 20th May here.

FEATURED VACANCY: Public Affairs & Policy Lead

Switchback is looking for a Public Affairs & Policy Lead (£28,000 to £34,000, London/hybrid, full time) to grow Switchback’s influence across parliament, politics and the criminal justice system. The Public Affairs & Policy Lead will play a key role, helping Switchback to tackle the social and racial injustices facing prison leavers and driving reoffending. They’ll focus on building Switchback’s relationships and influence with decision-makers, helping develop policy positions, monitoring what’s happening in parliament and jumping on opportunities to realise Switchback’s huge potential for impact. Find out more and apply by 9th May here.

CLINKS MEMBERS’ VACANCIES

Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with Rethink Mental Illness HMP Northumberland or HMP Durham. Coordinator: Community Postnatal Services with Birth Companions London with some homeworking. SOS Caseworker Ref: SOC-222 with St Giles Trust London. Circles Coordinator with Circles South West Home-based, Devon & Cornwall, Wiltshire and Swindon, Dorset. Play worker with Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pact) HMP Gartree (Leicestershire). HR Advisor (Change Management & TUPE lead) with Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pact) Home working/London. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

TIPS OF THE WEEK

  • Washingtonia Palm Tree. £19.99 Details
  • Six-Blade Portable Blender. £6.99 Details
  • Free cake and hot drink – via free John Lewis membership. Details

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