Juno Women’s Service Practitioner

Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System

Hampton Trust is a nationally recognised charity at the forefront of innovation in domestic abuse prevention and criminal justice reform. We influence policy and practice across the UK, championing trauma-informed, rehabilitative interventions that tackle the root causes of harmful behaviours. Our mission is to support individuals facing multiple disadvantages, helping them rebuild their lives and break cycles of abuse and offending.

• Job title:Juno Women’s Service Practitioner – Supporting Women in the Criminal Justice System
• Working hours:30 Hours per week
• Salary:£26,736 – £30,079 pro-rata per annum (Band level 6)
• Location:Ashurst, Hampshire (Head Office) with delivery across Southampton, Hampshire, & IOW
• Contract:Permanent
  

This post is only open to female applicants due to the nature of the work. This requirement is applied in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, which permits a genuine occupational requirement where being female is essential for the role.

Are you passionate about supporting women to create lasting change?

Hampton Trust is a values-led charity working to reduce reoffending and support individuals to rebuild their lives. We are looking for a Women’s Services Practitioner to join our JUNO intervention team, supporting women who have received a conditional caution and are often facing multiple and complex disadvantages.

This role offers the opportunity to work directly with women at a pivotal moment, providing trauma-informed, strengths-based support that addresses the root causes of offending and promotes long-term positive outcomes.

About the role

You will make initial contact with women referred by the police, completing holistic needs and risk assessments using the nine pathways to prevent reoffending. You will identify risks, barriers to engagement, establishing the most appropriate method of support, including group work, virtual sessions, or one-to-one telephone support.

You will also co-facilitate group-based JUNO workshops across Hampshire and provide ongoing advocacy, guidance, and emotional support throughout a woman’s engagement with the programme.

Your role will include:

• Conducting needs and risk assessments
• Preparing and supporting women to engage in group work
• Delivering trauma-informed interventions (group, virtual, and telephone)
• Supporting access to specialist services (health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, housing)
• Managing risk and safeguarding, including high-risk domestic abuse situations
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies

What we’re looking for:

• Experience of working with women facing complex needs
• Strong understanding of Trauma Informed and gender-responsive practice
• Confident managing risk, delivering interventions and building trusting relationships
• A flexible approach and willingness to travel across Hampshire

Why join us?

• Professional Growth:Influence learning, communications, and policy engagement across sectors.
• Direct Impact:Strengthen responses to domestic abuse through evidence-based interventions.
• Mission-Driven Work:Collaborate with passionate professionals in a trauma-informed organisation making a tangible difference.

Ready to Make a Difference? 

Apply today and join a dynamic team tackling the root causes of domestic abuse nationally. Help us deliver impactful interventions and support families facing challenging circumstances. Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. We encourage growth and self-awareness within this post.

Rewards and benefits of working for Hampton Trust

We are committed to the development of our staff and there are plenty of opportunities for growth at Hampton Trust, our roles range from a Band 7 (entry level) to Band 1 (Chief Executive) and we offer continuous training to support you in your development.

Benefits:

• Smart casual dress
• Contribution pension scheme – NEST with 3% company contribution
• Free onsite parking at the HT office
• 25 days annual leave – increasing by 3 days after 3 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years
• 8 Bank Holidays
• 3 additional days leave between Christmas and New Year
• Additional leave for your birthday
• £150 tax-free birthday wellness gift
• Ongoing training and development
• Free flu jabs
• Access to free clinical supervision sessions

We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.

Should you wish to discuss this role before applying, please contact:

Jenise Hutchinson: jenise.hutchinson@hamptontrust.org.uk

Closing date and interviews:

• Closing date for applications:9am, Monday 10th April 2026
• Interview:Ashurst, New Forest – 16th April 2026 – We strongly advise you keep this date free for interviews.

Please note:

• We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications. We may also extend the closing date if required to ensure a fair and thorough recruitment process. To avoid disappointment, we encourage early applications.
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to acknowledge each application individually.
• If you have not heard from us within 48 hoursafter the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
• All posts and start dates are subject to Enhanced DBS checks & satisfactory references

All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks & satisfactory references.

Next steps /About your application

• Please complete our online application form by clicking the ‘apply now’ button at the bottom of this page.
• All applicants are kindly asked to complete the application form in full.
• CVs and cover letters will not be accepted –You may attach an additional information sheet only if you need to provide further work history relating to Domestic Abuse.
• AI Content– We kindly ask applicants to ensure that all written statements within the application are created in their own words. While we recognise that AI tools can support writing, we strongly prefer statements that genuinely reflect your personal experience, skills, and perspective. Submissions that rely heavily on AI‑generated content may not fully demonstrate your suitability for the role.
• Please submit your application via the apply now button below no later by 9am, Monday 10th April 2026

Hampton Trust is committed to improving and finding ways of creating a more diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.