We Are Survivors

OUT Spoken Navigator

The closing date is 28 July 2025

Job summary

Location: Primary location of our Central Hub - Unit 9 Brewery Yard, Deva City Office Park, Trinity Way, Salford, M3 7BB (satnav: M3 7BD). Please note that this role is primarily prison based and requires travel to prisons across Lancashire, Cheshire and Merseyside.

Contract Type:

One Permanent Part Time role of 22.5 hours (three days)

and

One Permanent Part Time role of 15 hours (two days).

(Full Time equivalent will be considered at 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday)

We're looking for a Navigator as part of our prison OUT Spoken team. As part of the Criminal Justice Directorate, you will be responsible for supporting male Survivors and allies within the prison estate. As Navigator some of your primary duties will involve assessments of prisoners following referral and check ins while men wait for therapy. We are a dynamic service with a holistic service model, so the Navigator role will require a proactive approach to our work in prisons and an ability to work with complex needs.

Apply by sending your CV and a short supporting statement (no more than 2 pages).

Interviews are expected to take place between 4th and 8th August

For informal queries, contact Jonathan King, Criminal Justice Services Director at 0161 236 2182

By applying for the any of the above roles, you confirm that you have read and agree to our Privacy Notice [see Supporting Documents]

Main duties of the job

You'll play a key role in supporting clients, managing communications and supporting Therapists. You will work closely with our criminal justice teams to ensure survivors have access to the right support. All staff have a thematic leadership area to expand the organisations knowledge in areas impacting male survivors and their loved ones. Full training on systems will be given.

About us

We Are Survivors, are a survivor focused voluntary sector organisation that aims to create and facilitate safe spaces for male (including trans and non-binary individuals) survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation across Greater Manchester providing access to quality assured support. Our work is focused on developing ways for individuals to empower themselves to work through personal and sometimes painful issues, guided and supported by our trauma-informed team, following the trauma and recovery model.

Our vision is to have A society where NO male survivor is left behind

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,810 a year FTE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0220-25-0009

Job locations

Unit 9 Brewery Yard

Deva City Office Park

Salford

M3 7BB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Purpose

To deliver a quality assured, trauma-informed and survivor-centric direct 1:1 support to male victims / survivors of sexual violence engaged in HMPPS or affiliated services, in aiding individual recovery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate the design, development and delivery of individually tailored care plans and pathways for clients in the service.

Undertake individual risk and needs assessments for victim/survivors entering the pathway.

Deliver 1:1 trauma-informed/survivor-centred interventions.

Work within a multi-agency partnership to liaise with other health and social care staff from a range of agencies in the care provided to clients.

Accurately record clinical interventions and maintain a high standard of record keeping.

Engage in monthly clinical supervision and regular Line Management as directed.

Provide accurate client reports to stakeholders that represent the clients needs and wishes.

Undertake specific service projects as directed by your Line Manager.

Participation in the development and implementation of continuous service and system improvement.

Maintain appropriate professional registration (if applicable) and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

Organisational Core Responsibilities

Stringently uphold the organisations values of transparency, integrity, understanding and responsiveness throughout your work and your representation of We Are Survivors.

Honour a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice and work positively and inclusively with everyone so that We Are Survivors provides a workplace that does not discriminate against people on the ground of their age, sexuality, religion or belief, race, gender, or disabilities.

Ensure 100% of the work you carry out is for the achievement of the mission to break the silence of the sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation of boys & men and support them and their loved ones to engage in positive healing, free from the impact of abuse and vision a society where no male survivor is left behind.

Maintain strict confidentiality boundaries as you have access to sensitive, restricted, and classified information; and ensure that you are fully compliant with all information governance policies set by the organisation and/or Information Commissioners Office.

Respect individuals right to anonymity within and outside of the organisation.

Fully comply with all professional external frameworks, charters or practice standards that We Are Survivors subscribes to, is a member of, or carries.

Fully comply with the organisations standard operating procedures / quality assurance, guidelines, policies, and procedures, including all accurate recording of information and ensuring you do not act to compromise the organisational standards or any formal QA Accreditation.

Remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own health and safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control.

Ensure you comply with all requirements identified within infection control measures and risk management, both nationally and locally.

To work flexibly in the interests of the organisation, which may include undertaking other duties provided that these are appropriate to your background, skills and abilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Purpose

To deliver a quality assured, trauma-informed and survivor-centric direct 1:1 support to male victims / survivors of sexual violence engaged in HMPPS or affiliated services, in aiding individual recovery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate the design, development and delivery of individually tailored care plans and pathways for clients in the service.

Undertake individual risk and needs assessments for victim/survivors entering the pathway.

Deliver 1:1 trauma-informed/survivor-centred interventions.

Work within a multi-agency partnership to liaise with other health and social care staff from a range of agencies in the care provided to clients.

Accurately record clinical interventions and maintain a high standard of record keeping.

Engage in monthly clinical supervision and regular Line Management as directed.

Provide accurate client reports to stakeholders that represent the clients needs and wishes.

Undertake specific service projects as directed by your Line Manager.

Participation in the development and implementation of continuous service and system improvement.

Maintain appropriate professional registration (if applicable) and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

Organisational Core Responsibilities

Stringently uphold the organisations values of transparency, integrity, understanding and responsiveness throughout your work and your representation of We Are Survivors.

Honour a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice and work positively and inclusively with everyone so that We Are Survivors provides a workplace that does not discriminate against people on the ground of their age, sexuality, religion or belief, race, gender, or disabilities.

Ensure 100% of the work you carry out is for the achievement of the mission to break the silence of the sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation of boys & men and support them and their loved ones to engage in positive healing, free from the impact of abuse and vision a society where no male survivor is left behind.

Maintain strict confidentiality boundaries as you have access to sensitive, restricted, and classified information; and ensure that you are fully compliant with all information governance policies set by the organisation and/or Information Commissioners Office.

Respect individuals right to anonymity within and outside of the organisation.

Fully comply with all professional external frameworks, charters or practice standards that We Are Survivors subscribes to, is a member of, or carries.

Fully comply with the organisations standard operating procedures / quality assurance, guidelines, policies, and procedures, including all accurate recording of information and ensuring you do not act to compromise the organisational standards or any formal QA Accreditation.

Remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own health and safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control.

Ensure you comply with all requirements identified within infection control measures and risk management, both nationally and locally.

To work flexibly in the interests of the organisation, which may include undertaking other duties provided that these are appropriate to your background, skills and abilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The following attributes are Essential for this role:
  • A full UK Drivers licence, access to a vehicle and ability to travel around the north west prison estate
  • Registration:
  • None applicable.
  • Qualifications:
  • None applicable.
  • Knowledge and Experience:
  • Experience of coaching or mentoring.
  • Understanding of issues relating to rape and sexual assault
  • Knowledge of 1:1 counselling/psychotherapy.
  • Experience in data management and information governance.
  • Skills:
  • Ability to prioritise own work load.
  • Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent, and electronic database system.
  • A commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice.

Desirable

  • The following attributes are Desirable for this role:
  • Registration:
  • BACP, UKCP, BPS (or PSA accredited equivalent).
  • Qualifications:
  • None applicable
  • Knowledge and Experience:
  • Experience of working within a Social Prescribing setting.
  • Experience of working with and facilitating group activities.
  • Experience of managing and supporting volunteers.
  • Previous experience in data management and information governance.
  • Previous experience of working within a highly confidential setting, adhering to data governance.
  • Previous experience of working within the voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) sector.
  • Experience of providing 1:1 support or advocacy to adults or young people.
  • Experience of working in the prison estate or with prisoners
  • Skills:
  • Mentoring.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The following attributes are Essential for this role:
  • A full UK Drivers licence, access to a vehicle and ability to travel around the north west prison estate
  • Registration:
  • None applicable.
  • Qualifications:
  • None applicable.
  • Knowledge and Experience:
  • Experience of coaching or mentoring.
  • Understanding of issues relating to rape and sexual assault
  • Knowledge of 1:1 counselling/psychotherapy.
  • Experience in data management and information governance.
  • Skills:
  • Ability to prioritise own work load.
  • Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent, and electronic database system.
  • A commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice.

Desirable

  • The following attributes are Desirable for this role:
  • Registration:
  • BACP, UKCP, BPS (or PSA accredited equivalent).
  • Qualifications:
  • None applicable
  • Knowledge and Experience:
  • Experience of working within a Social Prescribing setting.
  • Experience of working with and facilitating group activities.
  • Experience of managing and supporting volunteers.
  • Previous experience in data management and information governance.
  • Previous experience of working within a highly confidential setting, adhering to data governance.
  • Previous experience of working within the voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) sector.
  • Experience of providing 1:1 support or advocacy to adults or young people.
  • Experience of working in the prison estate or with prisoners
  • Skills:
  • Mentoring.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

We Are Survivors

Address

Unit 9 Brewery Yard

Deva City Office Park

Salford

M3 7BB


Employer's website

https://www.wearesurvivors.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

We Are Survivors

Address

Unit 9 Brewery Yard

Deva City Office Park

Salford

M3 7BB


Employer's website

https://www.wearesurvivors.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operations Manager

Tag Nuttall

tag.n@wearesurvivors.org.uk

07946042643

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,810 a year FTE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0220-25-0009

Job locations

Unit 9 Brewery Yard

Deva City Office Park

Salford

M3 7BB


Supporting documents

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