Career Advisor

Sodexo Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Justice Services is looking for a CIAG Worker at HMP Bronzefield. This role involves providing careers guidance and employability advice to learners, helping them develop skills for successful resettlement. Key responsibilities include delivering tailored support, conducting assessments, and collaborating with stakeholders to promote educational access and success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse young people and adults in educational settings.
• Knowledge of the Youth Justice System.
• Successful security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver careers information, advice, and guidance to learners.
• Conduct education inductions and support assessments.
• Review and update Individual Development Plans.

Skills

Organisation

Relationship Building

Motivation

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG)

Job description

Sodexo Justice Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Careers Education Information, Advice and Guidance (CIAG) Worker to join our team at HMP & YOI Bronzefield. In this role, you will provide ongoing careers guidance, education support, and employability advice to learners within the prison, helping them develop essential skills and prepare for successful resettlement.

You will work closely with learners on a 1:1 and group basis, supporting their progress through tailored learning plans, personal development targets, and practical employability skills such as CV writing, interview techniques, and job application support.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver careers information, advice, and guidance to an identified caseload of learners.

Conduct education inductions and support learners through assessments.

Review and update Individual Development Plans, setting SMART targets to promote achievement and resettlement.

Collaborate with teaching staff, neurodiversity specialists, and custodial teams to support learner attendance and access to education.

Help learners overcome barriers to learning and progression.

Support personal and social skills development to maximize work readiness.

Liaise with internal stakeholders to provide a holistic, learner-focused approach.

What We’re Looking For

NVQ Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG).

Experience working with young people and adults with diverse abilities, ideally in educational or secure environments.

Knowledge of the Youth Justice System and experience supporting disaffected young people.

Ability to develop positive relationships with learners and collaborate effectively with support agencies.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage caseloads and meet targets.

Open-minded, motivated, and flexible approach to work.

Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Successful security clearance and CRB check will be required.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

Package Description

Salary up to£38,102.24 per annum (including £3,729.24 London Weighting)

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About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Frequency Annual

Job Reference SDX/TP/144891/SJS

Contract Type Permanent – Full Time

Closing Date 16 July, 2025

Job Category Prison Service

Business Unit UK Government - Justice

Location HMP Bronzefield, Woodthorpe Road, Ashford, United Kingdom