Careers Advisor

Careers Advisor🎓

📍 Northamptonshire

⏰ Full-time (37 hours per week, with occasional evenings/weekends)

💰 £26,636 per annum

We are delighted to be supporting a well-regarded Further Education college in Northamptonshire in the recruitment of a passionate and student-focused Careers Advisor to join their Careers team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by supporting students to make informed decisions about their future education and career pathways.


✨ About the Role

As a Careers Advisor, you will deliver high-quality, impartial careers education, information, advice and guidance to students across the college.

You will support the delivery of a comprehensive careers programme aligned to the Gatsby Benchmarks, working closely with curriculum teams to ensure students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to succeed.


🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one careers guidance sessions to students across the college
• Plan and deliver engaging workshops, masterclasses and employability sessions
• Support students through the UCAS application process and higher education progression
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to provide tailored careers support
• Participate in open days, transition events and student recruitment activities
• Support cross-college events and student experience initiatives
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the continuous improvement of careers provision

👤 About You

You will be a confident and engaging communicator with a passion for supporting young people to achieve their goals.

You'll have experience delivering careers advice and guidance, either one-to-one or in group settings, and be able to motivate students from a range of backgrounds and abilities.

You'll be organised, proactive, and able to manage your own workload while contributing to a wider team.


✅ Essential Requirements

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Experience providing careers advice and guidance to individuals or small groups
• Experience working with young people and supporting progression
• Knowledge of careers guidance frameworks, including Gatsby Benchmarks
• Strong communication, organisation and customer service skills
• Willingness to work towards a Level 6 Careers qualification

➕ Desirable

• Degree-level qualification
• Level 6 Careers (CIEAG) qualification
• Experience working in Further Education
• Experience organising events or working with external partners

🎁 Benefits

The college offers a supportive and rewarding working environment, including a Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, wellbeing support, discounted gym membership, free on-site parking, a cycle to work scheme, high street discounts, and strong opportunities for professional development.


🛡️ Safeguarding

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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