Community key worker

Location & Contract

Community Keyworker – Reading and Oxford offices, with travel across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.

Contract:

Temporary. Salary: £18.00 per hour (Umbrella rate). PAYE Equivalent:
Approximately £14.50 – £15.00 per hour, depending on statutory costs and deductions.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Keyworker to join our Thames Valley team on a temporary basis. This role supports women involved in the Criminal Justice System, helping them overcome barriers, access vital services, and build positive futures. Working across the Thames Valley region you will provide holistic, person‑centred support to women on probation in the community and those being released from prison through post‑sentence supervision arrangements.

The role includes delivering in‑reach and “Through the Gate” support, ensuring women receive the practical and emotional assistance they need to successfully reintegrate into their communities and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build strong professional relationships with clients and partner agencies, developing tailored support plans that address individual needs and promote long‑term positive outcomes.

• Provide one‑to‑one support to women involved in the Criminal Justice System.
• Deliver holistic assessments and develop personalised support plans.
• Support women transitioning from custody into the community through “Through the Gate” services.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with probation services, prisons, and community organisations.
• Promote engagement with support services including housing, health, education, employment and wellbeing provision.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding and organisational procedures.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to improve access to opportunities and services.

• Current Enhanced Level One Vetting (mandatory).
• Enhanced DBS clearance or ability to maintain clearance.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex or multiple needs.
• Good understanding of the Criminal Justice System and related support services.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and awareness.
• Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Strong administrative and case management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

You are a proactive and creative self‑starter with a passion for supporting women to achieve positive change. You are confident working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and can build trust with clients and partner agencies alike. You are organised, resilient, and committed to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support.

This post is open to female applicants only. Being female is deemed a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule9, Paragraph1 of the Equality Act
2010.

• Satisfactory references
• Confirmation of the right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Verification of current Enhanced Level One Vetting