IAG Careers Adviser Barnard Castle, England
Job description
Based from HMP Durham as a Careers Advisor you will deliver high quality and impartial in-custody careers information, advice and guidance. Working with offenders to explore their experience and skills, you will understand their aspirations and long-term goals and support them with their education and employment, both in-custody and through the gate.
From supporting a learner’s induction into the prison and sharing information on the education and training available, through to developing Personal Learning Plans, delivering group Employability sessions and building relationships with local employers and key suppliers – we help our learners to see that their future is full of possibilities.
What are we looking for?
- Level 4 Careers, Information and Advice qualification or a willingness to achieve the qualification
- Experience of providing quality careers Information, Advice and Guidance to clients
- Experience of developing and delivering careers/employability workshops
- A passion to inspire, motivate and lead by experience to support achievement of qualifications and career aspirations
- Confidence in using a range of presentation & communication skills
- A background in working with disadvantaged people in a secure environment is desirable
For full details of the role and the person specification please scroll down to 'Documents' and download the 'Job Description' or for an informal chat please call the Recruiter, Emma Henderson on 07976 694 026.
