Careers Advisor

Get Set UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused advisory organization in the Greater London area is seeking a CIAG Advisor to work within prison settings, helping individuals regain confidence and skills. This role involves coaching, running workshops, and providing holistic support to enhance employability. Ideal candidates should have experience in career guidance, possess or be working towards a Level 3 qualification in IAG, and be comfortable in secure environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering career guidance or rehabilitation support.
• Comfortable working in secure environments under pressure.
• Ability to adapt approaches to different learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals through career guidance.
• Run workshops on CV writing and interview preparation.
• Support transitions to apprenticeships or education.

Skills

Career guidance delivery

Employability coaching

Workshop leadership

Empathy

Education

Level 3 or higher qualification in IAG

Job description

This is a Careers, Information, Advice & Guidance (CIAG) Advisor role - but with purpose. You'll work inside prison settings, helping individuals rediscover confidence, skills, and direction. Through one-to-one coaching, employability workshops, and personalised action plans, you'll give people the tools they need to rebuild their lives and succeed beyond custody. This isn't just a job - it's a chance to reduce reoffending, strengthen communities, and transform futures. You'll:

• Empower individuals - Deliver career guidance that helps people identify strengths, set goals, and plan meaningful career pathways.
• Run engaging workshops - Lead interactive sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, financial literacy, and digital skills.
• Support transitions - Help participants secure Release on Temporary Licence (RoTL) placements, apprenticeships, or further education.
• Provide holistic support - Address wider barriers such as mental health, housing, or financial challenges that impact employability.
• Collaborate with partners - Work closely with prison staff, training providers, local authorities, and employers to expand opportunities.
• Ensure compliance - Adhere to safeguarding, prison protocols, and data protection standards at all times.
• Be Ambitious: Drive growth and progress for yourself and those you support.
• Be Inspiring: Motivate others to believe in their potential.
• Be Proud: Deliver excellence and celebrate success stories.
• Be Considerate: Collaborate with empathy and understanding.
• Own it: Take responsibility for outcomes, impact, and integrity.

Vetting & Security

• Enhanced DBS Check - Ensuring suitability to work with vulnerable groups.
• Prison Vetting & Clearance - Comprehensive background checks, including employment history and criminal record assessment.

Please note: Due to the security process, recruitment is carried out in advance. Successful applicants will be updated throughout.

Qualifications

• Do you have experience delivering career guidance, employability coaching, or rehabilitation support?
• Do you hold (or are you working towards) a Level 3 or higher qualification in IAG?
• Are you comfortable working in secure environments, maintaining professionalism and empathy under pressure?
• Can you lead workshops, build trust quickly, and adapt your approach to different learning needs?
• Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance - and are you ready to help them find it?