CXK is an award-winning charity that empowers young people and adults to build the skills and confidence they need to move into sustainable education, employment or training. We continually strive to provide the best services to meet the needs of 260,000+ beneficiaries that we support each year – empowering individuals and strengthening communities across the South of England.

Are you looking for a change in career to one that has a real and fulfilling impact?  Do you have a passion for making a difference?  

If so, CXK is looking for Trainee Careers Advisers at HMP Elmley and HMP Stanford Hill as part of its expanding and successful in-custody Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) service covering Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.

Passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of our culture. Therefore, we’re dedicated to bringing together highly skilled people who are passionate about making a difference. In return, we offer a flexible, professional, and friendly work environment in which are staff are truly valued and invested in.

As part of a collaborative team, you will provide professional, impartial IAG to prison residents, motivate them, develop their work-related skills, and provide overall support to help them find employment, education, training, apprenticeships, or volunteering opportunities upon their release.

You will receive full training and be supported by CXK’s excellent training team to obtain all the skills you need to flourish in the role and achieve an accredited formal IAG Level 4 qualification.   

To be eligible for this role, you must have a willingness to learn on the role and a commitment to obtain your IAG qualification.  You must also possess the ability to build effective and professional relationships with individual clients, coupled with a non-judgmental attitude and a desire to support people in fulfilling their potential.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s lives and at the same time as learning new skills, a formal qualification and opening up great career opportunities for yourself.


In return for your skills and experience, you’ll receive the following benefits: 

An annual salary of £25,372 per annum pro rata rising to £26,398 after 1 years’ service
30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service)
Death in service life assurance policy (3 x annual salary)
Flexible working
Generous sick leave benefits
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Comprehensive training and development programmes
Mental health first aiders
Cycle to work scheme
Home and Tech scheme
Interest free season ticket loans
Interest free parking permit loans
AXA Be Supported – Employee Assistance programme
Refer a friend recruitment bonus

Closing date for applications:  9am, Monday 7th October 2024.

Interviews will be held on 1st November 2024 in Ashford, Kent

**Please note that we reserve the right close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.  Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible**