Career Advisor

Get Set UK for transforming lives through career guidance

At Get Set UK, we believe in second chances and real opportunities. If you're passionate about helping individuals rebuild their lives, this role is your chance to make an impact where it truly matters. As a Careers, Information, Advice & Guidance (CIAG) Advisor, you will work inside prison settings, helping individuals develop the skills, confidence, and aspirations needed for a fresh start.

Through tailored career coaching, employability workshops, and personalised action plans, you'll inspire individuals to create brighter futures beyond custody. This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to change lives, reduce reoffending, and help build stronger communities. If you're looking for purpose, challenge, and a role that makes a tangible difference, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

As a CIAG Advisor, you will provide one-to-one careers advice, skills coaching, and employability support to individuals in custody, ensuring they have meaningful pathways to employment, training, or further education upon release.

• Empower Individuals - Deliver career guidance that helps individuals understand their skills, set realistic goals, and plan for the future.
• Deliver Engaging Workshops - Facilitate interactive sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, financial literacy, and digital skills.
• Support Job & Training Placements - Help individuals secure Release on Temporary Licence (RoTL) placements, apprenticeships, and further education opportunities.
• Provide Holistic Support - Address barriers to employment, including mental health challenges, housing support, and financial wellbeing.
• Work Closely with Stakeholders - Collaborate with prison staff, training providers, local authorities, and employers to enhance career opportunities.
• Ensure Compliance & Safeguarding - Maintain strict adherence to prison security protocols, safeguarding policies, and data protection regulations.

We are looking for empathetic, resilient, and results-driven professionals who can inspire confidence in those facing significant challenges. The ideal candidate will be a natural motivator with the ability to build trust, adapt to different learning needs, and provide clear, practical advice.

• Compassionate & Non-Judgemental - You genuinely care about helping individuals turn their lives around.
• Resilient & Adaptable - You can work effectively in prison settings and handle challenging conversations with professionalism.
• Excellent Communicator - You can deliver impactful one-to-one advice and group workshops, making career guidance engaging and practical.
• Highly Organised - You can manage caseloads, track progress, and meet targets effectively.
• Collaborative & Team-Focused - You enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to create opportunities for individuals.
• Ambitious & Proactive - You are goal-driven and thrive in an outcome-focused environment.

Essential:

• Level 3 or higher in Careers Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) (or willingness to work towards Level
  4).
• Experience in employability coaching, careers guidance, or offender rehabilitation.
• Ability to deliver engaging workshops and one-to-one career coaching.
• Understanding of safeguarding, prison security, and compliance requirements.

Desirable:

• Training in Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, or Neurodiversity Awareness.
• Knowledge of housing applications, benefits systems, or financial support for ex-offenders.
• Experience working in secure or criminal justice environments.

To work in a prison setting, all applicants must pass:

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

Due to the extensive vetting process, we are hiring in advance for upcoming roles.

Successful applicants will be kept informed throughout the process.

• Be ambitious: Show determination and innovation in your approach.
• Be inspiring: Inspire…