Careers Information, Advice and Guidance Adviser
| Posting date: | 28 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 to £29,000 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 December 2025 |
| Location: | Kent, South East England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Seetec |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 31586 |
Summary
We’re seeking a passionate driven Careers Information, Advice and Guidance (CIAG) Adviser to join our team within a custodial setting. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference by empowering individuals in prison to develop the skills, confidence and aspirations needed for a fresh start. Through tailored career coaching, workshops and personalised action plans, you will help participants envision and work towards brighter futures beyond custody.
This role is more than just a job it’s a chance to transform lives, reduce reoffending and contribute to stronger communities. You’ll work directly with individuals to support their career development and future planning, offering guidance on education, training and employment opportunities as they prepare for reintegration into society.
We’re seeking a confident, compassionate and adaptable individual who can thrive in a custodial environment and bring a person centred approach to their work. You should be resilient and empathetic, with a genuine desire to support others in making positive changes. Whether you have experience in careers guidance or looking for a purposeful next step in your career, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging with job centres, employers and community organisations to identify and recruit adult learners. You’ll be skilled in conducting eligibility checks and initial assessments, matching individuals to suitable courses and providing impartial advice and guidance to both learners and their support networks. An understanding of welfare needs and career development is essential, along with the ability to promote learning opportunities.
Seetec provide full training and ongoing support to help you succeed within your role.
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,000 To £ 29,000 (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual Salary review
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits
There’s also the opportunity to progress your career!
Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200
Communities and Education Division is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.
What it means to be employee-owned.
What our people say.
Location: Kent
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part Time
Closing Date: 12 December 2025
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a prisoner caseload, supporting the achievement of personal and team targets.
• Record all interactions with prisoners on relevant Justice systems, updating case notes.
• Documenting advice and goals in an agreed Learning and Work Plan with SMART goals and actions.
• Meet, and strive to exceed, personal performance targets (Key Performance Indicators) relating to the number of prisoners seen, reviews undertaken and the number of prisoners moving forward in work and/or learning.
• Work flexibly across different prisons to support continuity of service.
• Attend custody meetings and where required travel to external events and training.
Skills and Experience
• High level of initiative and motivation with the ability to seek out solutions to problems
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently,
• Accountable for own professional development and to undertake necessary training as identified in the Performance Review process
• Customer/Service User Focus
This role is more than just a job it’s a chance to transform lives, reduce reoffending and contribute to stronger communities. You’ll work directly with individuals to support their career development and future planning, offering guidance on education, training and employment opportunities as they prepare for reintegration into society.
We’re seeking a confident, compassionate and adaptable individual who can thrive in a custodial environment and bring a person centred approach to their work. You should be resilient and empathetic, with a genuine desire to support others in making positive changes. Whether you have experience in careers guidance or looking for a purposeful next step in your career, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging with job centres, employers and community organisations to identify and recruit adult learners. You’ll be skilled in conducting eligibility checks and initial assessments, matching individuals to suitable courses and providing impartial advice and guidance to both learners and their support networks. An understanding of welfare needs and career development is essential, along with the ability to promote learning opportunities.
Seetec provide full training and ongoing support to help you succeed within your role.
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,000 To £ 29,000 (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual Salary review
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits
There’s also the opportunity to progress your career!
Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200
Communities and Education Division is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.
What it means to be employee-owned.
What our people say.
Location: Kent
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part Time
Closing Date: 12 December 2025
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a prisoner caseload, supporting the achievement of personal and team targets.
• Record all interactions with prisoners on relevant Justice systems, updating case notes.
• Documenting advice and goals in an agreed Learning and Work Plan with SMART goals and actions.
• Meet, and strive to exceed, personal performance targets (Key Performance Indicators) relating to the number of prisoners seen, reviews undertaken and the number of prisoners moving forward in work and/or learning.
• Work flexibly across different prisons to support continuity of service.
• Attend custody meetings and where required travel to external events and training.
Skills and Experience
• High level of initiative and motivation with the ability to seek out solutions to problems
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently,
• Accountable for own professional development and to undertake necessary training as identified in the Performance Review process
• Customer/Service User Focus
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