Prison In- Reach Recovery Coordinator in Brighton inBrighton PUBLISHED TUE 15 APR 2025 Jump to job information section

Believe in People?

At Change Grow Live, we believe in the power of compassion, respect, and tailored support to help individuals make positive changes in their lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where people feel empowered to grow, recover, and thrive.

Our team is guided by three core values Be Open, Be Compassionate, Be Bold. These principles shape everything we do, ensuring that we provide high-quality care while fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and collaboration.

Join Us as a Prison In-Reach Recovery Coordinator in the Criminal Justice Team

We have an exciting opportunity for a Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinator to join our team full-time in Brighton. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey, working closely with them to rebuild their confidence, skills, and connections within their communities.

Candidates with previous police, probation and/or prison vetting clearance are encouraged to apply. However, we welcome all applications, and successful candidates will be required to undergo the relevant vetting process.

Full Time Hours 37.5 per week

Full Time Salary Range £27,449.52 - £31,529.41 depending on experience (based on full-time working hours pro rata for part-time)

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Prison In-Reach Recovery Coordinator, you will be at the heart of our services, providing personalised and meaningful support to individuals navigating the criminal justice system and their recovery journey.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Providing tailored support—guiding individuals from their first contact with us through to their recovery
• Conducting assessments and recovery planning—ensuring that support is responsive to individual needs
• Facilitating group work and workshops—creating opportunities for peer support and personal development
• Working in partnership—collaborating with key agencies including prisons, probation, courts, police and other professionals operating within housing, social services, social care and health
• Safeguarding and risk management—ensuring that all individuals feel safe and supported
• Team work - being part of a fast-paced team with competing demands
  
  
  

This role is an opportunity to make a real impact, working with people to help them move forward in life with confidence and purpose.

About You

We are looking for someone who

• Has experience working in substance misuse and/or criminal justice settings
• Is an excellent communicator—both written and verbal—with strong IT, administrative, organisational and recording skills
• Has experience facilitating group sessions and working directly with service users
• Is proactive and self-motivated—able to manage a caseload independently while contributing to a team
• Works well with others—building positive relationships with both colleagues and external partners in all sectors, including the enforcement agencies.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality, ensuring a safe and respectful service environment
  
  
  

What We Offer You

At Change Grow Live, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer

• A welcoming and inclusive team environment
• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 30 days after five years
• A dedicated ‘Wellness’ hour each week, along with access to our Wellness Hub & Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, professional development, and clear career progression pathways
• Exclusive perks & discounts—including savings on shopping, cinema tickets, holidays, and more
• A meaningful role where you can make a lasting impact in people’s lives
  
  
  

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.

If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK ( https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliamzo successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and obtain MOJ vetting.

• please note 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.
  
  
  

CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35)

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

29/4/2025

20/4/2025

Jackie Randles |

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.