Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 754 | 14 October 2022

Light Lunch

CLINKS NEWS: annual conference speakers announced

We are excited to announce our keynote speakers for the Clinks annual conference on [22 November, Drapers’ Hall, London]. In the morning Justin Russell, His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Probation and Kilvinder Vigurs, Regional Director for London Probation, will be sharing views on their roles and the value of the voluntary sector to the probation service. In the afternoon Phil Copple, Director General Operations at HMPPS, will be speaking about the ongoing recovery for prisons following the pandemic and future plans for prison regimes. We have now reached capacity for this event and bookings have closed. If you would like a place on the waiting list or to find out more about our annual conference & AGM visit our website.

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: Life After Prison podcast

The Prison Radio Association has launched a new podcast called 'Life After Prison'. It features incredible stories and advice for anyone who has spent time in prison or is close to anyone who has. Two new episodes are now online, 'The Sit Down' and 'Getting Out', hosted by  presenters Zak and Jules, who have both been to prison. Getting Out is packed with support and advice on the most important issues people face when first released. The Sit Down, is a detailed conversation with those who have been through the prison system. Life After Prison is available on YouTube and all major podcast apps. Listen to the podcast here

FUNDING: Creating Future Opportunities funding

The CFO Evolution programme will build on the successes of the CFO3 and CFO Activity Hub programmes to create a single delivery programme which will complement existing His Majesty's Prison and Probation Services core services and provide resettlement support to individuals in custody and the community. Market Engagement events will be held on [1st November in Manchester and 2nd November in Rugby]. Contract award will be during the fourth quarter of 2023, with contracts mobilising from January 2024 (delivery from April 2024), these dates may be subject to change. Initial contract period will be 36 months (including 3 months for mobilisation).  For further information and to attend the events you must register your interest on Jaggaer. More info here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: overcoming barriers to accessing social welfare advice

This Centre for Justice Innovation event [01 November, online, free] will launch new research that seeks to enhance current understanding of the experiences of people who receive low level sentences, and how advice and support services can best address their needs. This event will be of interest to researchers, policymakers, practitioners and commissioners interested in how to best provide information, advice and support to people who present as low-risk. Register here

NON-MEMBER’S EVENTS AND TRAINING: Academy for Social Justice seminar

Desistance, Recovery, and Justice Capital: Putting it all together [16 November, online, free]. This Academy for Social Justice seminar will discuss how recovery capital can aid the desistance process and also explain justice capital and the role it can play. Book your place here

OPPORTUNITY: University of Cambridge Master’s course

The Institute of Criminology (University of Cambridge) runs a two-year part time Master’s course (MSt) in Applied Criminology, Penology and Management, which is now accepting applications for the Spring 2023 intake. Students generally include practitioners working in public and private prisons, probation services, youth justice, the voluntary sector, the magistracy, and international governmental and non-governmental organisations. The course is designed to be compatible with full time careers in criminal justice, and aims to produce highly informed and research-literate future leaders. It is taught by internationally renowned researchers and guest speakers, with an emphasis on interactive learning. If you are interested in joining [application deadline, 13 January], contact mst.administration@crim.cam.ac.uk. Further details, including fees, dates and admission requirements can be found here

FEATURED VACANCY: Director at Prison Reform Trust

Prison Reform Trust are seeking an energetic and passionate Director [c.£80,000, full time, London] to work with their capable team and board to deliver on their further potential. They are looking for someone with extensive leadership experience, a strategic thinker, with excellent communication and relationship management skills. You will be someone who can embrace their values, set a clear and compelling direction for the organisation, and champion the participation of prisoners and former prisoners in its influencing task. Find out more and apply by 31 October here

FEATURED VACANCY: Female Accommodation Key Worker

Do you have experience of housing law, debt advice and a good understanding of the main issues affecting homelessness and women with multiple and complex needs? If so, Shelter (England) are looking for a Female Accommodation Key Worker [£27,896, full time, Leeds and HMP Newhall] to join them to deliver professional, impartial, pragmatic and outcome focused housing services support to clients with varying needs. As well as assessing their accommodation needs, you will help them to obtain and maintain secure, appropriate and safe housing. Find out more and apply by 19 October here

FEATURED VACANCY: Advocate and Link Worker (Prisons)

Women in Prison (WIP) have multiple services in London delivering support to women who are in contact, or at risk of being in contact, with the criminal justice system. WIP are looking for an Advocate and Link Worker [£25,040, full time, HMP Bronzefield] to support women in prison.  Find out more and apply by 17 October here

CLINKS MEMBERS’ VACANCIES:

Support Mentor with Social Interest Group [£23,550, Kensington and Chelsea, London, full time]; Criminal Justice Resilience Worker with Kaleidoscope Project [£21,000 -£23,000, Wrexham, full time]; Female Accommodation Key Worker with Shelter (England) [£27,896 - £27,896, Leeds and HMP Newhall, full time]; Accommodation Support Officer with Seetec [£19,841 - £24,801, HMP Exeter, full time]; Specialist Support Worker with Imagine Independence [£20,119, Padiham, Lancashire, full time]; Employment, Training & Education Coach with Seetec [£19,841 - £24,801, Covering West Sussex, full time]; Floating Night Support Worker with Foundation [£22,571 - £24,920, Leeds, part time]; Prison facilitator with Shannon Trust [£25,750, HMP Aylesbury, part time]; Crisis House Casual Support Worker with Community Links Ltd [£19,554, Batley, part time]; Criminal Justice Resilience Worker with Kaleidoscope Project [£21,000 - £23,000, Colwyn Bay, full time]

For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

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