CIAG Advisor

The Manchester College; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prison education provider is seeking an enthusiastic CIAG Advisor to join their team in Wellingborough. The role involves guiding individuals towards their career success and providing tailored career advice, crucial for helping learners make informed decisions about their futures. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and experience in delivering career guidance, with a strong commitment to inclusivity and safeguarding. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

2hrs for wellbeing/personal development each week

Significant Pension contributions (LGPS)

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of delivering careers guidance using guidance tools.
• Experience of supporting learning of individuals and groups.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Guide individuals in their career paths with expert advice.
• Support learning aligned with Matrix and Ofsted expectations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve career service.

Skills

Delivering careers guidance

Motivating disadvantaged individuals

Collaborating with partners

Education

Level 4 Information, Advice and Guidance qualification

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

CIAG Qualification

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Are you passionate about guiding individuals toward their future success and helping them unlock their potential? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable CIAG Advisor to join our team! If you have a flair for offering expert career advice, providing valuable information, and empowering others to make informed decisions about their future, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in making a real impact on learners' lives by helping them navigate their career paths with confidence and clarity!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Five wells, working as a CIAG Advisor. This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis, working 37 hours per week.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Five Wells is a Category C prison that is based in Wellingborough. Built in 2022, and costing £253m, this state of the art prison accommodates a male prison population. HMP Fivewells are committed to celebrating diversity and promoting equality throughout their services. The prison's aim is to make Five Wells a better place to live, work and visit through collaborative working with third party partners, The MOJ and its surrounding communities.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the individual role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold a Level 4 Information, Advice and Guidance qualification (or work towards in‑post and achieve within 12 months)
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Hold a CIAG Qualification
• Have relevant experience of delivering careers guidance, using guidance tools, conducting assessments and supporting learning of individuals and groups in line with Matrix and Ofsted expectations.
• Have experience of motivating and inspiring disadvantaged individuals to set and achieve ambitious career goals.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to support individuals to realise their goals and continuously improve the service.
• 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2hrs for wellbeing/personal development each week
• Significant Pension contributions (LGPS)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 16/01/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!