Community Links Manager
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Community Links Manager
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - HMP Forest Bank, Agecroft Road, Salford, M27 8FB
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2224383/156734
- Location: HMP Forest Bank, Agecroft Road, Salford, M27 8FB
- Job type: Full Time - 40 Hours per week
- Salary: £43,000 Per Annum
- Closing date: 08 May 2026
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Community Link Manager to lead the Community Resource Link at HMP Forest Bank. This pivotal role supports prisoners at the point of release—helping to build continuity of services into the community and driving positive resettlement outcomes.
Working collaboratively with the OMU and PPU Managers, you will support the line management of staffing hubs and oversee “Through the Gate” (TTG) provision, ensuring high‑quality, consistent support that reflects HMIP expectations and best practice.
Key responsibilities
- Leading and developing resettlement and TTG services within the prison and into the community
- Building and maintaining strong partnerships with community stakeholders and external agencies
- Monitoring, collating and reporting performance and outcome data
- Acting as SPOC for external service providers and supporting their enablement within the resettlement hub
- Providing assurance to the Head of Offender Management Services (HOMS)
About you
You will bring excellent communication skills, strong data capability, and experience working with external agencies in a target‑driven environment. You’ll be detail‑focused, resilient, and committed to promoting a positive, rehabilitative culture.
If you are motivated by social impact and want to play a key role in reducing re‑offending through effective resettlement, we’d love to hear from you.
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Key benefits
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- Wellbeing support - Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
- Generous leave - For holidays, care needs or major life events.
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- Virtual GP - 24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
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Location
HMP Forest Bank, Agecroft Road, Salford, M27 8FB, United Kingdom