Careers Adviser

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Federation is recruiting two Careers Advisers to support students across multiple sites within the South West or South East Academies. The roles focus on delivering impartial guidance to help students select post-16 and post-18 pathways, including FE, apprenticeships and employment.

Newly qualified at Level 6 or Senior Level 6 candidates are welcome, with salaries of £31,000–£42,000 FTE and flexibility for term-time working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering impartial, personalised career guidance.
• Experience delivering one-to-one meetings and group sessions.
• Willingness to deliver assemblies and talks as part of CEIAG.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact CEIAG across Year 7–13.
• Support students in choosing post-16/18 pathways.
• Shape and deliver the CEIAG programme in a collaborative team.

Skills

Career guidance

One-to-one & group sessions

Public speaking/assemblies

Time management

Independent work

Motivation

Education

Diploma in Careers Guidance or Level 6 qualification

Job description

We are seeking two Careers Advisers to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Careers Team. In this key position, you will work across multiple sites within our South West or South East Academies, supporting students to make informed, ambitious, and aspirational decisions about their futures.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you are newly qualified at Level 6, or if you are a Senior Level 6 Careers Adviser:

• Level 6 : £31,000–£36,000 FTE
• Senior Level 6: £37,000–£42,000 FTE

Flexibility regarding term-time-only working arrangements would be considered.

You will be joining an experienced and knowledgeable team of advisers, from whom you can gain advice and support. Working closely with your colleagues, you will help shape and deliver a high-impact CEIAG programme.

Whether it's further education, apprenticeships, traineeships or employment, you'll play a vital role in guiding students towards the post-16 and post-18 pathways that best match their goals and aspirations. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, where ideas are freely shared, good practice is celebrated, and guidance is always on hand.

Your contribution will be central to raising aspirations, inspiring ambition, and ensuring that every student, regardless of background or ability, is fully aware of the range of opportunities open to them. Together, we strive to deliver a high-quality, inclusive CEIAG programme from Year 7 to Year 13, empowering all students to achieve their full potential.

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Diploma in Careers Guidance or Qualification in Careers Guidance to Level 6 (or working towards)
• Proven experience in delivering impartial, personalised career guidance through one-to-one meetings and group sessions
• Experience of successfully motivating individuals to plan and achieve their career goals
• A proactive approach, with efficient time management and prioritisation skills
• Self motivation, demonstrating an ability to work independently and flexibly within the Academy structure
• Experience of delivering assemblies
• Genuine interest and passion for the education of young people and the ability to contribute more widely to the life and community of the Federation
• Experience of developing and delivering CEIAG within in education setting

For a full job description and person specification, please download the job pack.