Information Advice and Guidance worker

We have a great opportunity to join our education team as an Information Advice & Guidance worker for Novus Gower, our prison education provider at HMP & YOI Parc offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 40 hours per week. At Novus Gower we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change. For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in prison settings across England and Wales, to take new directions. What the role entails As directed by the Curriculum Manager / Local Education Manager to ensure, via appropriate assessment, that prospective and existing clients receive relevant and easily understood information regarding resettlement provision in custody and continuing support on release on licence and on Post Sentence Supervision. To enable the client to produce an informed resettlement action plan, that would maximise the impact of custodial services upon the client whilst in custody. To contribute to a multi-disciplinary approach that seeks to facilitate a smooth transition to the resettlement of the client into the community. What we need from you In order to be successful in the role of Information Advice & Guidance worker, you will need: To hold or be willing to work towards a level 3 information, advice and guidance qualification within an agreed time scale To hold or be willing to work towards level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy within an agreed timescaleIdeally you will want to be a part of a team who has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication and positivity to your new role. Colleague Benefits As part of the Novus Gower family, you will benefit from an excellent package including: Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year Career Development Opportunities In-house 'Evolve' training programme offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications. Aviva Auto enrolments pension scheme. An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service. Health care discounts through Simply Health Retail discounts through You at Work Our Cycle to Work scheme. At Novus Gower, we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change. For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in a custodial setting across England and Wales, to take new directions. We operate 50 hubs in the United Kingdom where our specialist teams are on hand to support Adults and Children to improve their employability prospects post-release. Novus Gower is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We work to support our Veterans to gain employment and are also proud holders of the Disability Confident employer award. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below. The closing date for this job advert is 26/03/2025. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response. Novus Gower 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. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process