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His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison Officer opportunities HMP The Mount £35,746 - £40,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into. Someone like you There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you’ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. What you can expect from us You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There’s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days’ holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren’t all you’ll gain from a role in the prison service. There’s the sense of achievement you feel when you’ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won’t find anywhere else. How to apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.

Job Title: Clinical Psychology Intern Summary Our Clinical Psychology Internship equips aspiring mental health professionals worldwide with essential skills and practical client-facing experience, preparing them for careers in clinical psychology, coaching, psychotherapy, or counselling. Interns complete an intensive one-month crash course covering a toolkit of evidence-based techniques from Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They then provide free online, one-to-one coaching to global clients who otherwise lack access to mental health care, initially promoting behaviour change (e.g., diet, sleep, reducing procrastination) and later progressing to clients experiencing depression or anxiety. About Overcome Overcome is a UK-registered charity (Charity Number: 1191308), providing online mental health coaching worldwide, particularly to underserved communities in developing countries. We are a trusted placement provider for leading universities such as UCL, Bath, and Loughborough. Internship Overview This internship is a fully remote, unpaid, full-time (~30 hours/week) role. Approximately 80% of our alumni secure paid mental health positions (e.g., Assistant Psychologists, Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Support Workers) or pursue further relevant studies shortly after completion. Responsibilities 1st month: • Intensive training in evidence-based techniques from motivational interviewing, coaching, CBT, and ACT., • Provide one-to-one online coaching, initially addressing behaviour change and progressing to depression and anxiety., • Maintain accurate session records and attend weekly supervision with a counselling psychologist based in Kenya and monthly supervision with a UK-accredited counsellor., • Opportunities to train future cohorts, assist with recruitment roleplays, and develop coaching resources. Post-Internship Opportunities • 70% of alumni continue volunteering flexibly after completing the internship., • 2% chance of securing full-time employment at a competitive salary., • Some clients may pay for extended coaching sessions, mutually agreed upon between you and the client. You keep all the money and get paid by them directly. Person Specification Please only apply if you have ALL of the below: • Strong interest in coaching, psychotherapy, counselling, or clinical psychology., • Fluency in English., • Ability to commit full-time (~30 hours per week) for the full duration of the internship (Training is from 9am to 5pm UK time on weekdays in the first month)., • Can fund your own living expenses. We are unable to provide any salary or stipend., • Able to learn quickly, perform under pressure, and demonstrate charisma and empathy. The majority of our applicants have a relevant degree, but this is not a requirement. Recruitment Process Three rounds of selection to accept the top 5% of applicants: • CV Screening (90% pass rate) - Shortlisting suitable candidates based on CVs. We’re mainly checking that you’ll be able to commit full-time for the full 3 months., • Theory quiz (30% pass rate) - Tests your ability to quickly learn and apply provided materials accurately under time pressure. Includes situational judgement and values-based questions., • Roleplay assessment where you put the theory into action (30% pass rate) - Assesses charisma, empathy, and ability to think on your feet through a simulated client session, applying previously learned theory. Successful applicants will be onboarded to the team around one week before the start date. Unsuccessful applicants who have completed the role-play assessment will receive tailored feedback during the week of the internship start date. *We accept monthly cohorts on a rolling basis. Our next January 2026 cohort runs from 26th January 2026 to 24th April 2026. Apply by 7th January 2026 to be considered for the January 2026 cohort. If you are unable to commit full-time, consider our flexible part-time course (~4 hours/week), which offers the same training and client clearance. See the "Part-Time Course" webpage on our website. Title: Clinical Psychology Intern Job Type: Unpaid Internship Length: Three months Primary Location: N/A - Fully remote Travel Requirements: N/A - Fully remote Relocation Requirements: N/A - Fully remote Website: Email: Part-Time Course:

Based within Murray’s Initiative’s Head Office in North Claremont Street with travel throughout Glasgow City for service delivery Murray’s Initiative Salary Grade 6 £26,002 – £28,891 per annum (pro rata) Part-time - 20 hours per week – Permanent Ideal working pattern: Tuesday 1-9pm, Wednesday 10-4pm, Saturday 9-5pm We understand that many will have other commitments outside of work and so flexible working, part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. About Us Murray’s Initiative (formally known as Glasgow Council on Alcohol) is an independent Scottish charity that works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm at both individual and community levels. Established in 1965, Murray’s Initiative adopts a long-term, trauma-informed and asset-based approach to changing the culture around substance use. Its services are built on a person-centred, harm-reduction model, supporting people whether their goal is to reduce consumption or achieve abstinence. Murray’s Initiative offers free, confidential counselling services for people concerned about their own or someone else's drinking. Murray’s Initiative delivers a range of interventions including groupwork and employability support as well as a number of holistic and inclusive services, such as a women’s service for survivors of gender-based violence, young person’s peer education service, LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing support and tailored wellbeing programmes. Murray’s Initiative is also a recognised provider of professional development, offering a comprehensive training portfolio including education aimed at increasing awareness of alcohol use and promoting healthier lifestyles, COSCA Counselling Skills and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. Murray’s Initiative deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire, helping people make meaningful, positive change in their lives. The foundation of Murray’s Initiative is our supportive and inclusive culture for all who engage and work with us. About The Role The role of the Alcohol Counsellor is to provide a counselling, advice and information service for individuals aged 16 and over with their own problematic alcohol use or to those affected by other people’s problematic alcohol use The Alcohol Counsellor will report to the Service Manager - Counselling. This post requires a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme membership - successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme. Key Responsibilities Of The Alcohol Counsellor • Provide a counselling service to individuals affected by their own or another’s alcohol use., • Contribute to Murray’s Initiative meeting the national waiting times target for addiction services of referral to treatment in three weeks or less. Ensuring high quality assessments and alcohol counselling to individuals following Murray’s Initiative’s integrative counselling approach., • Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and professionally and work with the admin team to ensure that the alcohol counselling database and reports are kept accurate and up to date., • Attend regular practice supervision and line management meetings and participate in appropriate meetings and training opportunities, ensuring the minimum required CPD is completed., • Adhere to the ethical frameworks of the appropriate governing body (COSCA) and follow organisational policies and procedures, including health and safety., • Produce accurate and quality case studies of alcohol counselling clients for reports and training., • Contribute to the daily running of North Claremont Street Office by answering the phone in a professional manner, taking referrals for services and messages for colleagues, covering scheduled appointments if required and speaking with clients who contact the Alcohol Counselling Helpline., • A qualification in counselling, ideally with post-qualified counselling experience., • Training in Alcohol and/or addiction field or experience working in alcohol and/or addiction fields. With proven knowledge of issues faced by adults with problematic alcohol use, with a harm-reduction approach to alcohol issues., • Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to empathise with a broad range of individuals and experiences., • Proven ability to empower individuals to change with a non-judgemental approach., • Ability to self-motivate and work proactively, managing own diaries and appointments, whilst maintaining resilience and capacity when working with complex client issues., • Commitment to working in line with Murray’s Initiative values of collaboration, respect and empathy., • Your work will contribute to make a real difference to people’s lives., • Competitive salary and benefits package :, • Very generous annual leave entitlement: full time employees start with an annual leave entitlement of 37 days (inclusive of 12 bank holidays) which increases with length of service., • Duvet days where employees may take time off at short notice., • Death in service policy., • Cycle to work scheme where employees can save money on a new bike and spread the cost., • And much more!, • Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.