Careers Guidance Specialist

4 weeks ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom PeoplePlus Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Careers Guidance Specialist to join our team at PeoplePlus. As a Careers Guidance Specialist, you will work with offenders to explore their experience and skills, understand their aspirations and long-term goals, and support them with their education and employment, both in-custody and through the gate.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality and impartial in-custody careers information, advice, and guidance to offenders.
  • Develop and deliver careers/employability workshops to support offenders in achieving their qualifications and career aspirations.
  • Build relationships with local employers and key suppliers to provide offenders with opportunities for education and employment.
  • Support offenders in developing Personal Learning Plans and delivering group Employability sessions.

Requirements

  • Level 3 IAG qualification or equivalent.
  • 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 example to support offenders in achieving their qualifications and career aspirations.
  • Confidence in using a range of presentation and communication skills.
  • A background in working with disadvantaged people in a secure environment is desirable.
  • IAG Level 4 Qualification or willingness to work towards.

What We Offer

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a positive impact on the lives of offenders.



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