RECONNECT Peer Support Worker Norfolk
Location: Norfolk
Salary: £24,484
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Advertising End Date: 26th January 2026
Do you have lived experience of physical or mental ill health, substance use, or the criminal justice system? Are you ready to use that experience to support others as they prepare to return to the community? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As part of our NHS-commissioned RECONNECT service, Forward Trust proudly recruits people with lived experience. Your insight, empathy and understanding are key to helping individuals reintegrate safely, confidently and with the right support in place.
About the Role
As a RECONNECT Peer Support Worker, youll provide personalised, inclusive support to individuals across HMP Norwich, HMP Wayland, HMP Bure, and the wider Norfolk community, with some remote working. From identifying health and wellbeing needs 12 weeks pre-release to offering ongoing support up to six months post-release, youll be a vital link between prison and community services.
Key Responsibilities
1. Process referrals, complete needs assessments and co-create tailored care plans
2. Provide ongoing pre- and post-release support (up to 6 months) around health, wellbeing and reintegration
3. Manage ...