Unlock has achieved a great deal for the people we support and that is testament to the talents of our dedicated team of staff, volunteers and trustees. Through listening to and supporting people who face difficulties because of their criminal records we have an impressive track record of identifying issues, finding solutions, and putting them into practice. We take what we learn from our frontline work and use it to influence policy and create systemic change.

Whilst we are a small charity we punch above our weight; we’re resourceful, impactful and work efficiently with like-minded organisations so that, together, we can achieve our aims. We are widely recognised as the go-to organisation in this arena. Our commitment to building a team, including our board of trustees, that includes people who have met with the disadvantages of having a criminal record plays a large part in our success.

We currently have specific skill gaps on our board and are keen to hear from candidates with experience in public law and candidates with charity finance experience who would be able to act as Treasurer.

For both roles, we’re seeking people with a professional qualification and significant practitioner experience in the relevant field.

We are committed to increasing diversity across the organisation, so it’s important to us that our board of trustees includes people with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. That way we can make decisions which reflect the world in which we live and improve outcomes for people with criminal records. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates who are from racialised communities, have a disability or are who are from a less privileged background.

Recruitment pack – 2022-10

Trustee application form

Equal opportunities form 2022

We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual with proven experience and potential to join our policy and advocacy team. Working across a number of different policy strands, you will play an important role in challenging the systemic barriers, stigma and discrimination faced by people with criminal records.

The role includes

• Developing Unlock’s policy positions and voice
• Ensuring that we are listening and responding to the challenges facing people with criminal records
• Developing a strong evidence-base for our recommendations for change

Working at Unlock is more than just a job. We’re a small but ambitious team of passionate and committed people, dedicated to improving the lives of people with criminal records.

We warmly welcome applications from all suitably skilled people regardless of background. Applications from candidates who are from racialised communities, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background, are particularly encouraged.

We are especially keen to appoint people who have themselves met with and overcome the disadvantages of having a criminal record. A criminal record is not a requirement for this role, nor is it a bar.

Recruitment pack policy officer Oct 2022

Application form

Equal opportunities form 2022

Unlock has achieved a great deal for the people we support and that is testament to the talents of our dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and trustees. Through listening and engaging with people who face difficulties because of their criminal records we have an impressive track record of identifying issues, finding solutions, and putting them into practice. We provide advice and support and influence policy and create systemic change.  

Whilst we are a small charity we punch above our weight; we’re resourceful, impactful and work efficiently with like-minded organisations so that, together, we can achieve our aims. We are widely recognised as the go-to organisation in this space.

We currently have specific skill gaps on our board and are keen to hear from candidates with experience in public law and candidates with charity finance experience who would be able to act as Treasurer. For both roles, we’re seeking people with a professional qualification and significant practitioner experience in the relevant field.  

We are committed to increasing diversity across the organisation, so it’s important to us that our board of trustees includes people with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Our trustee roles are open to applications from all, however, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from people who are from racialised communities, have a disability or are who are from a less privileged background. We are especially keen to appoint people who have themselves met with and overcome the disadvantages of having a criminal record.

If you are motivated to help people move on positively with their lives and create a fairer and more inclusive society, this is the place for you.

Recruitment pack

Trustee application form

Equality, diversity and inclusion monitoring form 2022

You will act as first point of contact for new and existing clients, providing information, advice and support helping individuals overcome the barriers caused by their criminal record.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from candidates who are from racialised communities, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged. We warmly welcome applications from all suitably skilled people regardless of background but as this role is defined as a ‘peer’ position applicants must have first-hand experience of having a criminal record.

Recruitment pack

Application form

Equal opportunities form

You will lead our project work focused on increasing the employment of people with criminal records and access and participation in higher education.

The role includes

• Supporting and challenging higher education institutions to adopt inclusive policies and practices for applicants and students with criminal records.
• Supporting and challenging employers to change their recruitment policies and practices, working to prevent unlawful criminal record checks, influencing government policy.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from candidates who are from racialised communities, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background, are particularly encouraged. We warmly welcome applications from all suitably skilled people regardless of background and we are especially keen to appoint people who have themselves met with and overcome the disadvantages of having a criminal record. A criminal record is not a requirement for this role, nor is it a bar.

Recruitment pack

Application form

Equality, diversity and inclusion form