Careers Adviser

Hampshire County Council; Fareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced individual to join their team, supporting young people to avoid becoming NEET. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in educational services and hold relevant qualifications. This permanent role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people in Fareham, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong track record of delivering services in educational settings.
• Experience with care-experienced young people and SEND.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support young people to prevent them becoming NEET.
• Provide personalized advice and guidance to young people.
• Ensure obligations to complete statutory data returns.

Skills

Experience with young people

Understanding of participation legislation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Digital skills

Team collaboration

Education

Level 6 Careers qualification or equivalent

Level 4 qualification in Guidance or equivalent

Level 3 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

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Job Reference: HCC621855

Salary Range: £32,149 - £35,241 per annum

Work Location: X-perience Young Persons Centre, Fareham

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date:4 August 2025

Interview Date: 12 August 2025

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated and talented person to join our team in the Hampshire Futures service, supporting our statutory NEET (Not in Education, Employment and Training) duties. A significant part of the permanent position will involve working with care experienced young people to progress and sustain positive outcomes.

There are also several other fixed term part time career adviser opportunities available.

Hampshire Futures is part of the Participation & Lifelong Learning service, within Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services Directorate.

What you’ll do:

This key position holds the responsibility for working with young people to prevent them becoming NEET and with those who are NEET to secure positive destinations. You will have extensive experience of working with and supporting young people including those with care experience, provide impartial, personalised advice and guidance tailored to individual needs, helping them to explore opportunities, understand pathways, and overcome barriers. Experience of working with young people with SEN/SEND will be welcomed. You will work as part of a team to ensure the Service meets its obligations to complete its statutory NEET and September Guarantee data returns.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified and committed: You’ll hold a Level 6 Careers qualification (or be willing to complete it within two years) or equivalent, a Level 4 qualification in Guidance or equivalent, and at least a Level 3 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experienced in supporting young people: You’ll have a strong track record of delivering services in schools, colleges, or local authorities, particularly with care-experienced young people, care leavers, Looked After Children, and those with SEND.
• Knowledgeable and skilled: You’ll bring excellent understanding of participation legislation, safeguarding, and the challenges young people face in post-16 transitions, along with strong organisational, communication, and digital skills.
• Team-oriented and values-driven: You’ll be a collaborative team player who contributes to quality assurance, demonstrates professional behaviours, and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and wellbeing.
• Motivated and resilient: You’ll have a positive, proactive attitude, a passion for helping young people succeed, and a commitment to your own and others’ continuous professional development.

We are recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK with a focus on providing quality services and support to the people of Hampshire. We are immensely proud that our teams are so committed to delivering the high standards that our strong reputation is built on.

There are many reasons why we are an excellent choice for your next career move, we offer an excellentbenefits package including:-

We invite you to submit your application and you are required to submit a CV and covering letter to be considered for shortlisting. The covering letter is very important and should demonstrate your suitability in relation to the requirements for the role and highlight the energy, drive, and enthusiasm you will bring. You should pay particular attention to the essential knowledge, experience, behaviours and skills section of the candidate pack and ensure you cover all aspects required.

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.