Training Lead - Gangs and Violence Reduction

Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose. We call these our '3Ps'.

We achieve this in two ways. First, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda.

Our Justice Hub tackles some of the most pressing social issues – including gang involvement and youth violence – by equipping professionals and services with the tools to respond effectively.

As the Gangs and Violence Reduction Training Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, delivering, and developing training that empowers professionals to support individuals at risk of gang involvement and exploitation.

You'll lead CPD-certified and internal training programs on topics such as gang awareness, youth violence, restorative practices, and conflict resolution. Working across Catch22 and external partners, you’ll bring deep expertise in the criminal justice system and violence reduction to ensure our training is impactful, accessible, and relevant.

This is an opportunity to shape national training strategy, manage stakeholder engagement, and oversee the financial and operational delivery of a training portfolio that is critical to tackling gang-related issues across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face and online training to internal staff and external partners.

• Design, monitor, and update training content to ensure relevance and quality.

• Lead stakeholder engagement and communication strategy.

• Promote training offers through blogs, articles, and media.

• Manage training logistics, budgets, and quality assurance in line with CPD standards.

• Analyse data and feedback to evaluate and improve training outcomes.

• Coordinate student placements and collaborate across internal teams.

• Support the Business Development team with bids and proposals.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• A relevant teaching/training qualification or substantial experience delivering training.

• Strong understanding of gangs, exploitation, and youth violence.

• Knowledge of the criminal justice landscape (community and custodial settings).

• Experience managing stakeholder relationships and external partnerships.

• Competence in data analysis, reporting, and budget management.

• Skilled in delivering training and facilitating groups in person and online.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with CPD-accredited training and compliance standards.

• Marketing and communications experience related to training promotion.

Those interested in applying for this opportunity should review the Job Description & Person Specification to find out more. If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please see our contact information on the Candidate Help Page. Please use reference REF3661X in your message so that we can identify the opportunity. 

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Contract: Fixed term, maternity cover

Hours & work pattern: Full time, 38 hours per week. 

Salary: £36,000.00

Location: Remote-based role with expectation of travel across several of our Justice services.

Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised. Where a deadline is advertised, Catch22 reserves the right to withdraw the post from advertisement without notice. 

Closing Date: 1630 on 13th of June, 2025. Catch22 reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy at any time, for any reason before the stated closing date.

Screening: Successful admission to post subject to enhanced DBS check, HMMPS vetting check, and employer Right To Work in the UK check. The post-holder must have right to work in the UK. Catch22 does not currently provide a licence to sponsor visas but please see this register to see those that do.

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