Student Pathways Adviser: Careers & University Guidance

St Spyridon College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

St Spyridon College in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs is seeking an enthusiastic Careers Adviser to lead its post-school pathways program for senior students. You will provide career guidance to students and parents, coordinate university, TAFE, apprenticeship and employment pathways, and build partnerships with universities, industry and external education providers.

Reporting to the Head of Studies, you will support subject selection, UAC/ATAR pathways, scholarships and alternative admission

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Career Development, Education, Counselling or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience providing career advice within a secondary school or education environment.
• Excellent knowledge of university admissions, UAC processes, TAFE pathways, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment opportunities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff and external organisations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High-level computer literacy and confidence using Microsoft Office and online communication platforms.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Eligibility to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual career counselling and pathway advice to students and families.
• Guide Year 10 students through subject selection for Years 11 and 12.
• Support Year 12 students with university, TAFE, apprenticeship, traineeship and employment applications.
• Provide expert advice regarding UAC applications, ATAR pathways, Early Entry Schemes, scholarships and alternative admission pathways.
• Coordinate enrolments and ongoing support for students studying with external providers.
• Coordinate careers events, university presentations, information evenings and the annual HSC & Careers Expo.
• Develop and deliver career education presentations and workshops.
• Maintain and regularly update the College careers resources.
• Publish careers information through the communication platforms.
• Liaise with universities, TAFE, employers and industry representatives to create opportunities for students.
• Support students transitioning from school into further education, training or employment.
• Monitor graduate destination data and maintain accurate student records.
• Attend professional learning and careers network meetings to remain informed of emerging trends and opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Student-centred approach

Education

Qualifications in Career Development, Education, Counselling or related discipline

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St Spyridon College in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs is seeking an enthusiastic Careers Adviser to lead its post-school pathways program for senior students. You will provide career guidance to students and parents, coordinate university, TAFE, apprenticeship and employment pathways, and build partnerships with universities, industry and external education providers.

Reporting to the Head of Studies, you will support subject selection, UAC/ATAR pathways, scholarships and alternative admission