Forward Trust

Recovery Support Team Leader Location: London Salary : £30,082 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role The Recovery Support service is available to current or former Forward Trust clients who are on a substance misuse recovery pathway, making good progress within the Forward Trust towards their personal goals, and coming to the end of their current treatment pathway. While Recovery Support is not exclusively for clients who are abstinent, clients will need to be in control of their drink and/ or drug use, and not be chaotic in their using i.e. heavy drinking, antisocial behaviour, daily/binge using of either drugs or alcohol (especially main substance/s of choice). Roles Responsibilities The Team Leader will be based within the central Recovery Support team. The Team Leader will be responsible for co-ordinating all recovery support functions across Forward Trust s substance misuse services into a coherent and effective service that offers inspiration and a structured pathway to recovery for service users, as well as supporting to develop our peer led network called Forward Connect. The Team leader will also support with the delivery of the peer mentoring strategy in their allocated geographical areas. The aim of the role is to have a robust recovery support service integrated into all services, promoting and modelling the organisations values and ethos, supporting service users to further develop their recovery and lives, whilst bringing visible lived experience to all including staff via a range of recovery support interventions. The role is Hybrid but regular travel is required to London and Surrey prison and community projects as well as visits to national Forward Trust projects. This role will require occasional cover of weekend and out of hours shifts in this area. Travel will be covered by The Forward Trust to any areas outside of your base unit and ideally you should be based within the London or Surrey areas. The Team Leader will be responsible for co-ordinating all recovery support functions across Forward Trust s substance misuse services into a coherent and effective service that offers inspiration and a structured pathway to recovery for service users, as well as supporting to develop our peer led network called Forward Connect. The Team leader will also support with the delivery of the peer mentoring strategy in their allocated geographical areas. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 4-12 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances . Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. The Ideal Candidate Flexibility to meet the needs of the service as it develops. A positive problem solving approach with the ability to focus on key issues quickly and clearly. Effective negotiating and influencing skills. Previous experience of developing and implementing service improvements. The ability to engage effectively with the client group. Experience of developing partnerships with employers and running a job brokerage service. Experience of supervision work of others and proven human resources management skills. Understanding of the voluntary sector. Understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and equality issues. Working knowledge of using Microsoft office packages and databases. Commitment to 12 steps interventions and treatment approach. Knowledge of the use of database monitoring systems. Experience of overseeing the collection, recording and collating of information, including statistical data, for audit, research and reporting purposes. Knowledge and experience of Disciplinary procedures and policy, demonstrable in the management of people and performance We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) - Medway and Gravesham Location: Medway Salary: From £32,500 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you ready to lead a passionate team and make a real difference in people s lives? We re seeking a Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) to join our Connect to Work programme, supporting people with mental health conditions, disabilities, and long-term health challenges to find meaningful employment. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), based in Medway and Gravesham. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. In this pivotal role, you ll: Lead, coach, and supervise a team of IPS Employment Specialists, shaping best practice and driving performance. Oversee a small caseload ( clients) yourself, modelling high-quality support. Ensure the service consistently meets IPS fidelity standards and delivers person-centred outcomes. Build strong partnerships with local employers, NHS teams, colleges, and community organisations. Coordinate employer engagement, uncovering open and hidden job markets. Manage budgets, performance reporting, and compliance with organisational and contractual standards. Facilitate training, peer learning, and professional development for your team. We re looking for someone with: Recruitment, employability, or health-related experience, ideally with line management or supervisory responsibility. Knowledge of IPS or supported employment services (training provided if needed). Excellent coaching, communication, and organisational skills. The ability to work collaboratively with clinical teams, employers, and community partners. Lead a motivated team, shape service delivery, and transform the employability journey for people in your community. With opportunities for professional growth and real impact, this role is perfect for someone driven to make a difference. Apply now and help people achieve meaningful work and independence! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Operations Manager - Medway and Gravesham Location: Medway Salary: From £40,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a passionate leader ready to drive impact in employability services? We re looking for a dynamic Operations Manager to lead, performance-manage, and grow our Connect to Work contract in Medway and Gravesham. This is a full-time role (35 hours/week) for someone with at least 3 years managerial experience in the employability sector. You ll be at the heart of our senior leadership team, championing high-quality delivery, IPS fidelity, and strong community partnerships. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning strategy into results, this is your next challenge. What You ll Do: Lead operational management of IAG, pre-employability, and employability services. Ensure IPS standards are met through coaching, audits, and quality assurance. Drive performance management, KPI monitoring, and contractual compliance. Contribute to budgets, bids, and business growth opportunities. Line-manage a high-performing team, fostering professional development and accountability. Strengthen employer engagement and deliver job fairs, workshops, and inclusive recruitment initiatives. Build and maintain partnerships across prisons, NHS trusts, local authorities, and community providers. Oversee caseloads and workflows to ensure efficient delivery and strong participant outcomes. Uphold safeguarding, compliance, and governance, keeping services safe, effective, and accountable. What We re Looking For: Proven leadership in employability, skills, IPS, or community services, with at least 3 years managerial experience. Expertise in performance management, quality assurance, and contract delivery. Strong relationship-builder with employers, partners, and stakeholders. Highly organised, analytical, and able to juggle multiple priorities. Committed to empowering individuals into sustainable employment. Knowledge of IAG, ESFA/DWP compliance, apprenticeships, and local economic strategies. Desirable: experience in social enterprise or understanding of mental health, disabilities, and recovery services. You ll have the chance to make a real difference in people s lives while working in a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment. This is an opportunity to lead a team that values impact, innovation, and excellence, and to champion employment success across the community. Ready to drive change and transform lives? Apply today! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Employer Accounts Manager Thanet, Dover & Folkestone/Hythe Location: Thanet Salary: From £32,500 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a solution-focused, business-to-business relationship builder with a passion for driving results? The Forward Trust is looking for a full-time Employer Account Manager (35 hours/week) to grow our Employment Services division across Thanet, Dover, and Folkestone/Hythe. If you thrive on developing long-term employer partnerships, driving performance, and connecting local talent with meaningful opportunities, this role is for you. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. What you ll do: Secure new employer business and hit sales, service, and financial targets. Promote Forward Trust and Connect to Work programmes, work experience, trials, training, apprenticeships, to employers across your patch. Build and maintain trusted relationships with employers, commissioners, and partners (Jobcentre Plus and beyond). Match participants with the right opportunities, supporting career progression, upskilling, and workforce development. Represent the programme at job fairs, networking events, and employer forums to raise visibility. Stay ahead of local labour market trends, sector demands, and employer challenges. Ensure all placements are safe, compliant, and appropriate for participants. What we re looking for: Proven B2B experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement. Strong relationship management skills and the ability to influence and collaborate. Target-driven mindset with a focus on performance, quality, and outcomes. Knowledge of workforce development, employability programmes, or apprenticeship pathways is a plus. Commitment to safeguarding, compliance, and high-quality delivery. Join a team that genuinely transforms lives and strengthens local communities. You ll work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your performance directly impacts participant outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape employer engagement strategy, grow your career, and make a lasting difference across Kent and Medway. Ready to drive change and build meaningful employer relationships? Apply today! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Employment Specialist Thanet, Dover & Folkestone/Hythe Location: Thanet Salary: From £26,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you passionate about helping people achieve their career goals? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of those living with mental health conditions, long-term physical health challenges, or disabilities? We re looking for a full-time Employment Specialist (35 hours/week) to join our Connect to Work team across Thanet, Dover & Folkestone/Hythe. You ll support participants to secure and sustain meaningful employment, using their skills, strengths, and aspirations as the guide. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Who we re looking for: Experience in health-related services, employability, adult skills, or recruitment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confidence in coaching, mentoring, and advocacy. Passion for inclusion, equality, and removing barriers to employment. What you ll do: Manage a caseload of motivated participants and deliver tailored support from job search to sustained employment. Provide one-to-one and group coaching on CVs, applications, interviews, and employability skills. Build strong relationships with local employers, match participants to suitable roles, and negotiate workplace adjustments. Offer ongoing in-work support to ensure participants thrive. Collaborate with community organisations, clinical teams, and training providers to remove barriers to employment. This is your chance to make a tangible difference in people s lives every day while working in a supportive, collaborative, and recovery-focused environment. You ll receive full IPS/Connect to Work training, develop your skills, and be part of a team that empowers people to achieve their employment goals and build lasting independence. If you re ready to help people transform their futures through work, apply now and join our mission to make employment accessible for all! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) Thanet, Dover & Folkestone/Hythe Location: Thanet Salary: From £32,500 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you ready to lead a team that transforms lives through work? We re looking for a Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) with a background in employability, recruitment, or health-related line management to join our Connect to Work service. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for people with mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and long-term health conditions. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. What You ll Do Lead, supervise, and develop a team of IPS Employment Specialists, promoting best practice and IPS fidelity standards. Manage a small caseload ( clients), showing what great IPS support looks like. Coach your team on employer engagement, job development, and personalised vocational planning. Build strong partnerships with local employers, NHS teams, training providers, and community organisations. Drive continuous improvement through staff training, co-production, and performance monitoring. Co-manage budgets, maintain compliance, and produce monitoring reports for stakeholders. Who You Are Experienced in IPS, supported employment, or employability services, ideally with line management experience. Confident in employer engagement and partnership building. An excellent coach and communicator with strong organisational skills. Committed to empowering clients, fostering resilience, and delivering measurable employment outcomes. You ll be leading a motivated, dynamic team in a supportive environment where your leadership and expertise can directly shape people s futures. You ll have the opportunity to work with a range of partners, develop your team, and drive innovation in employability services, making a real, tangible difference in the lives of the people we support. If you have the drive to inspire, lead, and deliver impact, apply now and help people achieve their employment goals! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Operations Manager Thanet, Dover & Folkestone/Hythe Location: East Kent Salary: From £40,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a skilled manager with a passion for employability? We re looking for a Full Time (35 Hours) Operations Manager to lead our Connect to Work contract across Thanet, Dover, and Folkestone/Hythe. If you have at least 3 years managerial experience and a background in employability services, this is your chance to make a real difference in people s lives. What You ll Do: Lead operational delivery across IAG, pre-employability, employability, and wider employment services. Mobilise and manage the contract, ensuring performance, compliance, and quality targets are exceeded. Drive IPS fidelity and quality assurance through supervision, coaching, audits, and reflective practice. Own performance management: monitor KPIs, review dashboards, and maintain contract excellence. Collaborate with employers, community partners, prisons, probation services, NHS trusts, and local authorities to create pathways into work. Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performance team, fostering resilience, confidence, and professional growth. Support business growth: contribute to tenders, proposals, and strategic planning. Ensure compliance, safeguarding, and governance are embedded across all activities. About You: Proven leadership experience in employability, skills, IPS, or community services. At least 3 years managerial experience. Strong contract, performance, and quality management skills. Highly organised, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities. Skilled at building positive relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders. Committed to empowering individuals and delivering high-impact services. Knowledge of IAG, apprenticeships, employability commissioning, and relevant compliance frameworks (ESFA, MOJ, DWP). Desirable: experience in social enterprise, and understanding of mental health, disabilities, offender, or substance recovery services. If you re ready to lead a service that transforms lives and drives real social impact, we want to hear from you! About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Employment Specialist Medway and Gravesham Location: Medway Salary: From £26,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date : 07 Apr 2026 About The Role Are you passionate about helping people unlock their potential through meaningful employment? We re looking for a motivated Employment Specialist to support people living with mental health conditions, long-term physical health conditions, or disabilities to move into work that suits their skills, strengths, and ambitions. Working across Medway and Gravesham, you ll deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model as part of the Connect to Work programme. This evidence-based approach focuses on helping people move into competitive employment quickly, with personalised support that continues once they start work. Full IPS training will be provided, so if you bring the right passion and people skills, we ll equip you with the rest. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. What you ll be doing You ll manage a caseload of around 25 participants who are motivated to start or return to work, providing personalised support from first meeting through to sustaining employment. Your role will include: Identifying participants skills, strengths, and career aspirations Creating Vocational Profiles and tailored Action Plans Supporting with CV writing, job searching, applications, and interview preparation Delivering one-to-one and group coaching to build confidence and employability skills Helping participants overcome barriers including benefits concerns, health disclosures, or workplace adjustments You ll also play an important role in connecting participants with opportunities in the local labour market. Build strong relationships with local employers across North and East Kent Identify opportunities in both the advertised and hidden job market Match participants to suitable vacancies and coordinate interviews Work with employers to promote inclusive recruitment and reasonable adjustments This role is highly collaborative and community-focused. You ll work closely with clinical teams, community organisations, training providers, and employers to ensure participants receive holistic support. Once someone starts work, your support doesn t stop. You ll continue to provide in-work coaching and guidance, helping participants settle into their role, build confidence, and sustain long-term employment. About you We re looking for someone who is passionate about people and motivated by helping others achieve their goals. You may come from a background in: Health or wellbeing services Employability or welfare-to-work programmes Adult skills, training, or education Recruitment or employer engagement You ll also bring strong relationship-building skills, the ability to motivate and coach individuals, and confidence working independently within the community. If you re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people s lives through employment, we d love to hear from you. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Employer Accounts Manager - Medway and Gravesham Location: Medway Salary: From £32,500 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you a business-to-business sales pro with a passion for making a real difference? Join Forward Trust as an Employer Account Manager in Medway and Gravesham and help drive the success of our Connect to Work programme. This is a full-time (35 hours) role where you ll turn employer relationships into life-changing opportunities. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. What You ll Do Deliver strong performance against sales, service, and quality KPIs to exceed programme goals. Promote and sell Forward Trust s work experience, work trials, vocational training, employability programmes, and apprenticeships to employers. Identify, engage, and match employers with the right solutions based on local labour market needs. Build and maintain trusted relationships with employers, commissioners, and partners like Jobcentre Plus. Spot upskilling and workforce development opportunities to support employer growth and participant progression. Represent Forward Trust at networking events, job fairs, and employer forums across Kent. Collaborate with operational teams to turn participant potential into real job starts. Ensure all placements comply with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and quality standards. Who You Are Experienced in business-to-business sales or employer engagement. Target-driven, solution-focused, and confident building new relationships. Passionate about helping people into work while supporting employer success. Join Forward Trust and help employers and participants thrive, one opportunity at a time. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Administrator / Receptionist Location: Medway Salary: £22,932 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you organised, approachable and passionate about supporting people in your community? We re looking for a Full Time (35 Hours) Administrator / Receptionist to join our Drug & Alcohol Treatment Service in Medway, helping to ensure the service runs smoothly while creating a welcoming and supportive environment for those seeking help. In this front-of-house, client-facing role, you ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the service, supporting both service users and the wider clinical team. What you ll be doing Creating a welcoming and supportive reception environment for service users and visitors Managing clinic attendance and appointment bookings Handling enquiries from service users, the public and professionals via phone, email and in person Ensuring clear and effective communication across teams so information reaches the right people Supporting the service in collecting and collating valuable service user feedback You ll also support the wider administrative team with: Data entry and general administrative duties Clinical administration tasks Maintaining and developing communication with local partner organisations What we re looking for We re seeking someone who is: Friendly, professional and confident in a client-facing role Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment A clear communicator who works well with colleagues and external partners A flexible approach is important in this role. Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required (with reasonable notice) to help ensure continuity of care for the people we support. If you re looking for a role where you can make a real difference in your local community, we d love to hear from you About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Administrator Location: Chelmsford Salary: £18,345 per annum We are recruiting for an Administrator at HMP Chelmsford Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes. The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment and re-offending. Role Responsibilities The Administrator position entails providing a comprehensive business administration service to support senior substance misuse management, ensuring data quality and administrative effectiveness. The purpose of this post is to ensure the smooth administration at HMP Chelmsford. Responsibilities include providing support to managers and integrated substance misuse teams, contributing to and monitoring targets set by Forward, performing some secretarial duties, data validation, time management, and system monitoring. The role requires collaborative work with the data team and this will be remote. The ability to work independently and proactively for protracted periods is a must. Being dynamic and flexible to meet key deadlines and data submission requirements is imperative to the function of this role. Ensure the collection of relevant statistical data is accurate and reported in accordance with any specified deadlines. Take minutes in a range of meetings and ensure they are organised, and the correct attendees are invited. Liaison, where appropriate, with relevant prison departments, including clinical partners. Opening and distribution of external and internal post, ensuring outgoing mail is delivered to the post room in a timely manner. To be responsible for answering the general office telephone and dealing with enquiries as appropriate. Using own initiative when dealing with a range of subjects in a courteous and efficient manner, whether in person, writing or telephone, always taking client confidentiality into consideration. To assist with filing and maintenance of ISMT administration records in an orderly and user-friendly system. Engage positively in team meetings and supervision sessions as required by the Service Manager. Support the Service by ensuring all tasks are covered and undertaken to a high standard. Alert the Line Manager and Service Manager to any significant risks or problems arising while managing and monitoring the services carried out. Take on other reasonable tasks and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by line management Working as part of a team of 14 you will be reporting to the Service Managers. This is a part time role of 28 hours and can be flexible on the days of work with a recommended start time of 8am. You will be recording data onto a national data base system. You will be based on the wing but no one to one interaction with the Prisoners. You will be working with other stakeholders inside and outside of the organisation. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for an organised individual who can work on own their own initiative who have great attention to detail and can work towards deadlines and targets. An intermediate to advanced certification or demonstrable experience in Microsoft packages. A minimum of one years experience of providing administrative support within a large team, demonstrating ability to work in a pressured environment. Experience of accurately collating statistical information, with an attention to detail and report writing. Experience of developing, implementing or maintaining large databases and managing administrative tasks associated with them. Willingness to develop an understanding of the aims of Forward and support the organisations ethos. Previous experience of working within a confidential and/or secure environment. Excellent organisational skills. Ability to effectively manage a varied workload whilst working to deadlines and targets. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal with people of all levels and to work on own initiative in preparing correspondence. 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Addictions Counsellor - The Bridges Location: The Bridges Salary: £26,187 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Ready to help people rebuild their lives? The Bridges is a residential substance misuse treatment centre in Hull supporting adults (18+) who are committed to abstinence from drugs and alcohol. Our 3 6 month structured programme is rooted in 12-Step principles and evidence-based approaches, helping residents build the skills and resilience for lasting recovery. We re looking for a passionate Recovery Practitioner (35 hours per week) to join our Treatment Team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. What You ll Be Doing As part of our Treatment Team, you will: Manage a caseload, including risk assessments and tailored recovery plans Deliver structured group programmes and 1:1 interventions Provide a range of psychosocial interventions to meet individual needs Support reintegration planning for life beyond residential treatment Carry out admissions in line with agreed protocols Accompany clients to appointments and activities as required Supervise and record self-administration of prescribed medication Conduct drug and alcohol testing as part of the therapeutic programme Maintain accurate, high-quality case records and data What We re Looking For You understand that recovery goes beyond treatment, it s about sustainable change. We re looking for someone who is: Skilled in delivering structured, integrated recovery support Proactive, solution-focused and a strong team player Committed to quality, continuous improvement and professional development Confident handling confidential information and maintaining boundaries Passionate about dignity, respect and promoting people s rights You ll be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team working in a structured therapeutic residential environment where your work has visible, lasting impact. Every day brings the opportunity to help someone take meaningful steps toward sustained recovery, and to be part of a service that truly changes lives. If you re motivated by meaningful work and believe in the power of recovery, we d love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Administrator - Part Time Location: Dover Salary: £13,759.20 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time About The Role Looking for a part-time role where your organisational skills genuinely make a difference? Join a dedicated service delivering life-changing drug and alcohol recovery programmes across Dover and East Kent. As our Administrator, you ll be the backbone of the service, keeping operations running smoothly, data accurate and communication flowing so frontline teams can focus on supporting individuals in recovery. Fast-paced and varied, this role needs someone proactive, adaptable and confident managing multiple priorities. What you ll be doing: Maintaining efficient, organised and audit-ready administration systems Accurately collecting, inputting and monitoring statistical data Updating and managing case management systems (Neo360 & ILLY) Producing monthly monitoring reports and performance data Managing the general office telephone and handling enquiries professionally Taking minutes at team meetings and programme reviews Coordinating communication between Head Office and local services Ordering supplies and ensuring office equipment is fully operational Supporting service audits and escalating risks where appropriate Handling confidential information in line with data protection standards You ll thrive in this role if you: Are highly organised with strong attention to detail Can juggle multiple tasks in a busy environment Are confident using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Have experience with data entry and reporting systems Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels Understand confidentiality and information governance requirements Build strong, positive working relationships Working Pattern This is a part-time, permanent role (21 hours per week): Tuesday: 13 00 Wednesday: 13 00 Thursday: 09 00 Friday: 12 00 Flexibility is required to provide occasional cover across East Kent sites if needed. If you re motivated, adaptable and ready to play a key role in a meaningful, community-focused service, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help keep vital services strong, responsive and impactful. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Supporting People on Probation Navigator Staines Location: Staines Salary: £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing Date: 25 Mar 2026 About The Role Adults have a proven reoffending rate of 25%. At Forward Trust, we believe another life is possible, and we work every day to make that real. We support People on Probation in Surrey to complete their probation successfully, stop offending, and build positive, fulfilling lives. Our work focuses on relationships, wellbeing, community connection, and breaking cycles of harm. We are looking for a Supporting People on Probation Navigator to join our Surrey team, based in Staines with regular travel across the county. This is a highly rewarding, people-focused role where you will walk alongside adult men on probation, delivering 1:1 and group interventions that support lifestyle change, emotional wellbeing, family relationships, and social inclusion. You ll work closely with Probation Practitioners, prison resettlement teams (HMP Highdown & Coldingley), and local partners to deliver meaningful, enforceable interventions that make every contact count. A typical day might include delivering a group intervention, meeting someone pre-release from prison, supporting a service user through family breakdown, or helping someone access healthcare for the first time. About You You may have experience in probation, prisons, policing, health, education, social care, psychology, counselling, coaching, or bring strong transferable life skills. What matters most is that you: Believe anyone can change Are passionate about making a difference Build strong, trusting relationships Are confident working both independently and as part of a team We re Looking For Strong engagement and relationship-building skills Experience or transferable skills in assessment, action planning, and delivering 1:1 and group interventions Ability to manage risk, safeguard others, and keep accurate records Creativity, flexibility, collaboration, and motivation to meet targets Willingness to work in person (some evening work required) A full UK driving licence is desirable due to travel All probation-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 6- 16 weeks to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Service Manager - Drug Strategy Lead - HMP Millsike Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: from £40,000 with negotiation for excellent candidates Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing Date: 26 Mar 2026 About The Role This is a brand-new role for Forward Trust and a genuine opportunity to do something different. As Drug Strategy Manager at HMP Millsike, you will lead the development and delivery of a truly recovery-orientated, whole-prison approach to supply reduction, demand reduction, and harm reduction, driving long-term, transformational change and meaningful recovery outcomes for prisoners. This role combines strategic ownership with hands-on leadership, including responsibility for the establishment Drug Strategy, the Incentivised Substance Free Living (ISFL) Unit, and a team of Recovery Navigators. Who This Role Is For This role is for an experienced confident manager who can: Influence, challenge, and lead across multiple stakeholders and disciplines Bring energy, credibility, and passion for recovery into everything they do Thrive in complex environments and enjoy shaping something new Demonstrate commitment to recovery that underpins your leadership style and drives excellence in practice. What Makes This Role Different You ll be encouraged to bring professional curiosity to the role, continually exploring: Emerging research, interventions, and technologies Innovative approaches to reducing supply, demand, and harm Evidence from the field and translating it into realistic, deliverable practice at HMP Millsike. About You We re looking for someone who: Has experience in managing recovery services and/or security within a custodial setting Brings strong people management experience Is confident navigating policy, governance, and compliance Enjoys a challenge and strives for recovery excellence Can build assured processes while keeping people and purpose at the centre We re keen to meet people with relevant experience, strong values, and genuine passion, including those who bring diverse professional backgrounds. If you re unsure whether you fully match the person specification, we d still welcome a conversation to explore the role and answer your questions. Role Details Full-time, permanent (35 Hours) Based at HMP Millsike Primarily Monday Friday, with one weekend in four Flexibility required, including evenings, as the prison operates 7 days per week Selection Process The selection process will consist of an in-person presentation followed by a panel interview, both of which will take place onsite at HMP Millsike. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their strategic thinking, leadership capability, and alignment with a recovery-focused approach throughout the process. HMP Millsike is in a rural location; therefore, access to a car is preferred. Please see attached Job Description for full details All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Desistance Service Manager - HMP Millsike Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: from £40,000 with negotiation for excellent candidates Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing Date: 26 Mar 2026 About The Role This is a brand-new role and a first for Forward Trust. As Desistance Service Manager at HMP Millsike, you ll lead delivery of our new 6-week flagship More Than My Past (MTMP) programme, a cornerstone of our ambitious Connections Services and whole-prison desistance approach. You ll manage a residential houseblock, oversee a rich programme of wellbeing and resettlement interventions, and play a visible, influential role in shaping culture across the establishment. Why this role is different You ll be launching, implementing, and evaluating a brand-new flagship programme You ll lead the More Than My Past Houseblock, embedding ethos, regime, and purpose You ll influence practice and culture well beyond your team, across the whole prison You ll be trusted to lead, innovate, and assertively uphold Forward Trust values This role is ideal for a confident, experienced manager who enjoys challenge, complexity, and making things happen. We re keen to meet people with relevant experience, passion, and transferable skills, including those who bring diverse professional backgrounds. What you ll bring We re looking for someone who: Has experience delivering programmes, ideally within a custodial setting Is confident managing people, programmes, and multiple stakeholders Can lead implementation, quality assurance, and programme evaluation Is visible, credible, and able to influence across disciplines Brings energy, drive, and a passion for desistance that is obvious and infectious You ll enjoy leading from the front and ensuring the Forward Trust culture thrives across the whole establishment. Working pattern Full-time, permanent, based at HMP Millsike (35 Hours) Primarily Monday Friday, with one weekend in four Flexibility required, the regime runs 7 days per week, including evenings You understand the importance of being visible on the houseblock, including evenings and weekends, to support staff, residents, and activities Selection Process The selection process will consist of an in-person presentation followed by a panel interview, both of which will take place onsite at HMP Millsike. To apply, please submit: A CV that not only outlines your work history, but clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role A covering letter (maximum 1,500 words) setting out how you meet the skills, experience, and knowledge described in the Job Description HMP Millsike is in a rural location; therefore, access to a car is preferred. All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

South West Recovery Navigator (Predominantly Merton Probation) FTC 12 Months Location: London Salary: £25,207 Vacancy Type: Contract Advertising End Date: 26 Mar 2026 About The Role As a Recovery Navigator in the Dependency and Recovery Service, you ll play a vital role in helping people on probation build and sustain recovery from substance misuse. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary, hybrid team, you ll support predominately Wandsworth clients but will also be expected to support individuals in the Kingston, Richmond and Hounslow, Merton, and Sutton probation area. Your role is to help bridge the gap between probation and community treatment services : improving engagement, providing advocacy, and offering practical, motivational, and timebound interventions that support long-term recovery and reduce re-offending. Key Responsibilities As a Recovery Navigator, you will: Manage a caseload of adult male clients (prison leavers and those on community orders) Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop collaborative action plans Deliver 1:1 support, group sessions, and virtual interventions Provide advocacy and practical assistance, including referrals, form-filling, and attending appointments Offer advice, guidance, and information to empower clients to take control of their recovery journey Work closely with treatment providers, probation staff, and local partners to ensure seamless support Maintain accurate and timely case records and data for reporting purposes Help clients develop understanding and self-management of their dependency and recovery needs Contribute to team learning by developing subject matter expertise (SME) in specific areas such as BAME communities or chemsex support (where applicable) About You We re looking for a motivated, empathetic professional with a passion for helping others achieve lasting recovery. You ll bring: Essential Experience & Skills: Experience working in substance misuse, criminal justice, or a related support field Strong background in case management, including risk assessment, SMART action planning, and accurate record-keeping Experience delivering 1:1 and group interventions using motivational and trauma-informed approaches Ability to build rapport and set professional boundaries Excellent organisational skills able to manage workload, prioritise, and meet targets Strong partnership working skills with external agencies and probation staff Excellent communication skills with individuals from diverse backgrounds Understanding of equal opportunities, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Recovery Housing Team leader Location: Kent Salary: £32,470 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing Date: 26 Mar 2026 About The Role Are you an experienced housing or recovery professional ready to lead from the front? We re looking for a Full Time (35 Hours) dynamic Recovery Housing Team Leader to drive our Integrated Recovery Housing Service forward, supporting people in abstinence-based recovery to sustain tenancies, rebuild independence and prevent homelessness. Sitting within the Recovery Directorate, you ll lead a skilled team, shape service delivery, and work alongside partners across housing, criminal justice and treatment services to ensure safe, structured and empowering recovery accommodation. This role requires travel between Kent and Essex. What you ll be doing: Lead and line manage the Recovery Housing Team to deliver high-quality tenancy sustainment support Ensure every service user has a bespoke Recovery Housing Plan with clear pathways to independent living Oversee safe referrals, assessments and placements into Recovery Housing Maintain robust policies, procedures, risk assessments and service frameworks Mobilise new Recovery Housing properties, from exempt status to full furnishing Build strong partnerships with Probation, prisons, rehab centres, DWP, Housing Benefit and Local Authorities Strengthen move-on pathways into independent accommodation Monitor KPIs, data, audits and reporting to drive service excellence Champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and safe working practices You ll thrive in this role if you: Have experience in housing, recovery, criminal justice or related support services Are confident leading, supervising and motivating a team Understand tenancy sustainment and the needs of people in abstinence-based recovery Can balance operational delivery with strategic development Build strong internal and external partnerships with ease Are organised, data-driven and comfortable managing performance targets Can work flexibly when service needs require This is more than a housing role, it s an opportunity to shape and expand a growing Recovery Housing model that genuinely transforms lives. You ll play a key part in preventing homelessness, reducing reoffending, and supporting long-term recovery journeys, all while influencing strategic development within a respected and mission-driven organisation. If you believe safe, structured housing is the foundation for lasting recovery, this is your chance to make real, measurable impact every day. Apply now and help us build recovery that lasts. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Community Integration and Engagement Practitioner Location: Essex Salary: £24,479 Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 19th March 2026 About The Role Are you passionate about supporting people on their journey to sustained recovery? Join our team at Essex Community Rehabilitation Service and make a real difference in people s lives as they transition from structured treatment into connected, meaningful futures. This is a full-time role (35 hours/week), with some flexibility for evening and weekend sessions to meet client needs. As a Community Integration & Engagement Practitioner, you ll deliver a dynamic blend of group sessions, 1:1 support, and community engagement, helping clients prevent relapse, build recovery capital, and thrive in their communities. What you ll do: Facilitate recovery groups, post-treatment sessions, weekly support groups, and relapse prevention groups, both online and face-to-face across Essex. Provide tailored 1:1 support, weekly sessions after graduation from SHARP, MPACT, or BOC, with quarterly check-ins for a year. Promote community engagement, guide clients to ERF activities, mutual aid fellowships, and meaningful social connections. Signpost & navigate, connect clients to mental health, employment, education, volunteering, and wellbeing opportunities. Develop volunteer & peer networks, support clients in volunteering and peer-led initiatives. What we re looking for: Strong communication and facilitation skills Empathy, resilience, and a genuine commitment to recovery Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team If you re ready to empower individuals and help them build lasting recovery, we want to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Family Support Practitioner - HMP Millsike Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Salary: £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Advertising End Date: 19 Mar 2026 About The Role We are recruiting for a Family Support Practitioner at HMP Millsike. Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes. The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment and re-offending. Roles Responsibilities Part of the Family Support and Specialist Programmes department, the Family Support Practitioner role will work in both their allocated prison and local community, providing specialist support to clients and family members through the delivery of effective 1:1 and group interventions. The role is also required to work closely with other Forward staff and external partners to ensure a holistic package of care and support is provided. Recognising the importance of relationships in the lives of the people we support is crucial to providing the best possible treatment and services. This role will focus specifically on supporting clients to recognise healthy and unhealthy relationships, build new relationships and understand the role relationships play in their addiction, offending, mental health and other areas of need. The Family Support Practitioner will also directly support family members and affected others, helping them to improve their health and wellbeing and help them to support clients to make positive changes. This role may be expected to work directly with children and young people, to promote whole family recovery and rehabilitation. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history) Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children) Co-residents Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service. Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates Credit reference checks Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service) Other government and overseas agency or police checks. The Ideal Candidate Below is a list of the qualities that we are looking for in applicants to this post. Experience of providing family related support to clients with a history of addiction, offending and mental health problems. Experience of providing support directly to family members/affected others. Experience of working with complex families and facilitating family meetings. Experience of delivering group interventions/facilitating group work with clients. A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the needs of the service as it develops. A positive problem-solving approach with the ability to focus on key issues quickly and clearly. Excellent communication skills. The ability to engage effectively with the client group. Understanding of the voluntary sector. Understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, equality and inclusion. A good understanding of adult and child/YP safeguarding responsibilities. All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks. Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.