Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 733 | 13 May 2022

Light Lunch

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CLINKS VACANCY: Communications Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Manager [£39,772, full time, home based] to develop and implement Clinks’ communications strategy and oversee the activity of the team to promote, inform and advocate for the voluntary sector working in criminal justice. Based in our Influence and Communications Directorate you will manage our communications team to produce a wide range of high-quality communications campaigns and content including publications, ebulletins, website content, social media and press releases. Find out more and apply by 9am on 6 June here

CLINKS VACANCY: Race and Justice Network Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Support and Development Directorate as our Race and Justice Network Coordinator [£33,656, part time, home based]. The recently established network is made up of over 60 voluntary sector organisations that are working to support racially minoritised people in the criminal justice system. The Race and Justice Network Coordinator is responsible for leading and co-ordinating Clinks’ work which aims to provide support to, and strengthen the voice of, specialist organisations led by and for those providing services designed specifically for racially minoritised people in the criminal justice system and their families. Find out more and apply by 9am on 6 June here

CLINKS VACANCY: Communications Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Officer [£28,371, full time, home based] to join our small communications team. You will be responsible for Clinks’ social media presence, planning and coordinating e-communications and website content and providing support to Clinks’ staff in the writing and production of publications. You will ensure accuracy and consistency across our communications channels and play an important role in ensuring voluntary sector organisations working in criminal justice have access to up to date knowledge of developments in the criminal justice system and Clinks’ support. Find out more and apply by 9am on 6 June here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: Covid-19 restrictions to be removed

HMPPS announced today that the Covid-19 restrictions across youth custody and adult prisons in England and Wales will be removed and a new, still unannounced, approach to testing will be adopted. The detail around the new approach to testing is yet to be provided, however the removal of the Covid-19 restrictions will mean social distancing and facemasks for all staff (including non-directly employed), prisoners, young people, and visitors will no longer be required on a routine basis. Read the full announcement from Director General of Prisons, Phil Copple here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: Queen’s speech and criminal justice

On Tuesday (10 May) the government set out its legislative agenda for the next year in the Queen’s Speech. Announcing 38 different Bills, plans include a Public Order Bill, introducing new offences related to certain types of protest, such as “locking on”, and a draft Mental Health Act Reform Bill which, amongst other things, aims to improve the support for people with convictions with acute mental health needs, and provide faster transfers from prison to hospital. The government also recommitted to introducing a Bill of Rights to reform the Human Rights Act, with the aim of ending “the abuse of the human rights framework”. Read the government’s full briefing document here, and a concise summary of all the Bills announced from BBC news here

FUNDING: grant partnerships to support English as a second or additional language

The Bell Foundation is launching a new funding round for grant partnerships in 2022 to address the key issues facing speakers of English as a second or additional language in the criminal justice system. The Bell Foundation is looking to fund new partners whose services can improve outcomes and wellbeing for anyone in contact with the criminal justice system – as a victim, witness, arrestee, detainee, person in prison, probation supervisee, ‘at risk’ individual, or family member – who speaks English as a second or additional language (ESL). This can be through specialist services or through adaptations to existing services. Find more information and including how to apply for funding here, or contact Emily.Giles@bell-foundation.org.uk

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: Exploring people’s lived experiences of crime and gambling harms

The Howard League for Penal Reform is hosting an event [17 May, online, free] that will explore the complex interplay between crime and gambling harms through in-depth qualitative research about people’s lived experiences, including women and racially minoritised communities. This webinar will be held at HMPPS Insights 22 festival. It is free to attend and open to all, but registration is required. Register here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: supporting people who have a sexual conviction

Inside Out Support Wales is hosting a training event [23 May, Online, £100] for anyone working with people who have a sexual conviction. It aims to help participants understand the offending process, as well as consider both reoffending rates and the management of risk. The session will offer practical suggestions to help inform your professional practice and will consider the issues of disclosure and supporting people into future employment. The training is ideal for work coaches, employment advisors, support workers and anyone who receives referrals that could include those with a sexual conviction and wants to know more about this challenging area of work. There will be opportunities for discussion and questions. Book your place here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: workshop to explore gambling harm

GamCare’s Criminal Justice and Gambling Harm team invite you to a third thematic workshop [25 May, online, free]. This workshop will invite the audience to explore Gambling Harm Support, Toolkits and Treatment in the Community, with a specific focus on people on probation. Register here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: cultural competency

Join the One Small Thing conference [9 June, Sheffield, free] to hear from expert speakers discussing the importance of a trauma-informed and gender-responsive approach when providing support to those we work with and our staff teams, with a particular focus on cultural competency. It will be an opportunity to explore the issues facing Muslim, Black and minoritised women in the justice system, and how trauma-informed practice works on the ground. Speakers include: Sofia Buncy, National Coordinator, Muslim Women in Prison, Marchu Girma, Chief Executive, Hibiscus Initiatives and women with lived experience. Register here to confirm your place

CLINKS MEMBER’S TRAINING: film production course for people with lived experience

Synergy Theatre Project, in partnership with Sara Putt Associates, is delivering a film production course for people with lived experience [7 June – 9 August, Tuesday evenings, London, free]. Participants will explore different roles and departments working behind the scenes in the film and television industry through practical activities and Q&A's with industry experts. This course has proved to be successful with participants going on to gain work or further education within film and television. If you work with people who have been to prison or have personally had experience with the criminal justice system and are interested in the course, contact Karl@synergytheatreproject.co.uk before 5pm 1 June.  

CLINKS MEMBER’S TRAINING: an introduction to acting course for people with lived experience

Synergy Theatre Project, in partnership with Morley College, is delivering an introduction to acting course [8 June -13 July, Wednesday evenings, Morley College, free]. Participants will learn techniques used by professional actors and explore them in fun, practical sessions leading towards a short performance to an invited audience. Participants don’t need experience in acting (although this would be beneficial) but a willingness to get involved and the ability to commit to learning acting techniques with the view to perform at the final showcase. If you work with people who have been to prison or have personally had experience with the criminal justice system and are interested in the course, contact Karl@synergytheatreproject.co.uk before 5pm 1 June.  

NON MEMBER’S EVENT

Is it a crime to be poor? | 29 June | Details

FEATURED VACANCY: Miscarriage of Justice Support Service Wellbeing Coordinator

The RCJ and Islington Citizens Advice Bureaux are looking for a Miscarriage of Justice Support Service Wellbeing Coordinator [£37,491 pro-rata, Royal Courts of Justice with home working, part-time]. They are seeking an experienced general advice worker with knowledge and practice in welfare benefits, especially disability benefits, and housing. The post will provide a community focused advice and well-being service via in person contact, email, and phone. They will signpost and support service users to access relevant and appropriate primary care and organisations that support adults with mental health. Find out more and apply by 23 May here

FEATURED VACANCY: Community Programmes (Bid and Proposals) Specialist

Support When It Matters Enterprise CIC (SWIM) is looking for a Community Programmes (Bid and Proposals) Specialist [£43000-£45000 pro-rata, Hackney, part-time]. Reporting to the CEO, the Community Programmes Specialist will be joining an entrepreneurial, energetic, and enthusiastic unit with a fun but hardworking culture, all relentlessly committed to SWIM’s core mission and purpose. This role is central to SWIM’s ambitious plans for finding new public sector opportunities that align to its goal to build resilience and aspiration in people from African/Caribbean/Dual Heritage and other minoritised communities. Find out more and apply by 3 June here

CLINKS MEMBERS’ VACANCIES

Project Liaison Officer with Sixty-One [Bristol], Communications Officer with StandOut [hybrid home based/London office], Female Peer Support Worker with Anawim [Birmingham], Team Lead with The Wise Group [Remote/North East], Mentoring Coordinator with Pact [home based/West Midlands], Southwark Expect Respect Caseworker with St Giles Trust [London], DART Reconnect Navigator with Humankind [HMP Northumberland], Personal Wellbeing Coach with St Giles Trust [Gwent], Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with Rethink Mental Illness [HMP Northumberland or HMP Durham], Through The Gate Worker with Phoenix Futures [HMP Pentonville], Delivery and Impact Manager with User Voice [London], Head of Services with Abianda [London]. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

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