Careers Information and Guidance Advisor

ENGINEERINGUK; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Careers Information and Guidance Advisor in Barnard Castle. This role involves providing tailored careers advice, managing learning plans, and supporting individuals in securing employment or further training. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on people's lives. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, generous leave, and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

EAP Support programme

Private medical insurance

Community Giving (volunteering)

Eyecare vouchers

Exclusive discounts via Perks at Work

Cycle to Work scheme

Long service awards

Salary Finance for financial education

Optional benefits like critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Experience advising on career choices, apprenticeships, or training journeys.
• Willingness to work towards IAG Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of engaging sessions to groups on employability skills.
• Foster genuine, trusting relationships with participants.
• Engage with community partners and employers for opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

IT and Administrative Skills

Education

IAG Level 3

Job description

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Careers Information and Guidance Advisor

Employer: Ingeus | Location: Barnard Castle, County Durham | Salary: Up to £24,806 per annum + Pension, Life insurance, Health Insurance | Closing date: 12 Jun 2025

View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Information Advice and Guidance | Role: Entry Level | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

Role Overview

You will provide tailored careers advice and guidance to individuals through both one-to-one sessions and group workshops. You will create and manage personalised learning plans to help participants identify and work towards their goals during custody and in preparation for release. Your role will support rehabilitation by equipping individuals with the skills, qualifications, and opportunities needed to secure employment or further training upon release. You will also organise in-prison job fairs, engage with local employers and training providers, and support participants in enrolling on relevant courses to enhance their employability. Through your support, individuals will be encouraged to take meaningful steps toward long-term career development and positive reintegration into the community.

This is a demanding yet deeply rewarding role. You'll be working in a challenging environment with individuals who have complex needs and may be hesitant to engage. However, when you help someone break the cycle and take real steps toward transforming their life, the impact is truly life-changing—for them and for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Group Facilitation: Delivery of engaging sessions to groups of participants around topics such as employability skills, career planning, and effective disclosure.
• Relationship Building: Foster genuine, trusting, and non-judgemental relationships with participants, creating a safe space for personal growth.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with community partners and employers to create training and employment opportunities.
• Caseload Management: Manage the learning journey of multiple individuals while maintaining all related admin.
• Quality Recording: Keep thorough, up-to-date records of all work on an IT system, ensuring progress is properly tracked.

Candidate Requirements

• IAG Qualification/Career Guidance: Experience advising on career choices, apprenticeships, or training journeys; willingness to work towards IAG Level 3.
• Communication Skills: Ability to engage, motivate, persuade, and listen; building strong connections with those supported.
• IT and Administrative Skills: Keeping meticulous records of interactions to measure progress and ensure effective interventions.

What We Offer

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to trade for additional leave.
• EAP Support programme available 24/7, including 6 free counselling sessions.
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Up to 2 days of Community Giving (volunteering) each year.
• Eyecare vouchers for glasses or eye care.
• Exclusive discounts via Perks at Work.
• Cycle to Work scheme and travel season ticket loan.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Salary Finance for financial education and advice.
• Optional benefits like critical illness cover and dental insurance.

Whilst applications from those with lived experience are encouraged, this role requires an enhanced Level 1 DBS check. While awaiting background checks, you'll have opportunities to shadow colleagues, ask questions, and learn at your own pace.

Our Justice division is dedicated to transforming lives and creating safer communities. Our mission is to reduce reoffending, build stronger communities, and help people realize their potential.

About Ingeus

We foster an inclusive culture where everyone is treated with dignity, valued, and encouraged to grow. We support neurodiverse candidates and ensure a clear, accessible application, screening, and interview process. For more details, please contact us via email.

If you believe you have what it takes, apply today! Please note, the role may close early if enough applications are received.