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Criminal Justice Engagement Coordinator – Better Days Bolton
Location: Better Days, Bolton
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 per annum
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the Role
We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Criminal Justice Engagement Coordinator to join our Criminal Justice Team at Better Days Bolton.
You’ll support people involved with the criminal justice system to access and engage with treatment, including those being released from prison. You’ll complete assessments, provide one-to-one support and help individuals access the right care to support their recovery and reduce the risk of further offending.
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You’ll also work closely with Probation, Prisons, Courts, Housing and other partner agencies to provide joined-up support and effective pathways into treatment.
What You’ll Do
- Support criminal justice referrals and Continuity of Care, helping people access and remain engaged with treatment.
- Complete holistic assessments, care plans and risk assessments.
- Provide one-to-one interventions that encourage positive change and recovery.
- Work closely with criminal justice and community partners to provide coordinated support.
- Support people following release from prison and through other criminal justice treatment pathways.
- Maintain accurate records and respond appropriately to safeguarding and risk concerns.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
- An NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this.
- An understanding of brief interventions and approaches that support positive behaviour change.
- Experience working with carers and families.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, IT and organisational skills.
- Experience of assessment, recovery planning, risk management or one-to-one interventions would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of criminal justice services and safeguarding would also be desirable.
If you’re passionate about helping people involved with the criminal justice system access the support they need to make positive and lasting changes, we’d love to hear from you.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a successful candidate is appointed.
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What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
- Life assurance (3× annual salary)
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
- Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
- £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
- Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-09-28
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