Careers Advisor

Trafford College; Altrincham, Stretford; On-site; GBP 16,853 - 17,914; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%

Onsite Costa Coffee & subsidised staff canteen

Employee Assistance Programme that extends support to family members

Tailored Professional Development plan

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Trafford College is seeking a Careers Advisor (Term Time Only) to provide impartial guidance to prospective learners. This role is crucial in assisting students to choose the right educational paths, ensuring successful transitions into education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Applicants must have a Level 6 Career Guidance qualification and Level 2 Maths and English. The position offers competitive pay, a generous pension scheme, and significant annual leave.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 6 Career Guidance qualification.
• Level 2 qualification in Maths and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Offer initial information, advice, and guidance to prospective learners.
• Provide ongoing, impartial guidance and targeted support to learners.
• Identify and deliver early interventions for at-risk learners.
• Facilitate transition planning and career pathways for current students.

Education

Level 6 Career Guidance qualification

Level 2 Maths and English

Job description

Role

Careers Advisor (Term Time Only)

Hours: 23.5 hours per week (Working 37.65 weeks per year, paid for 46.17 weeks to include annual leave accrual)

Salary: £33,024-£35,103 Full Time Equivalent (Pro Rata Salary- £16,853.62 - £17,914.63)

Pension: 15%

Location: Trafford and Stockport College Group (Based at Altrincham & Stretford with travel to other campuses as required)

About the role

Provide an impartial initial guidance service for prospective learners considering enrolling at the Trafford and Stockport College Group to assist them in choosing a relevant course of study.

Deliver on‑going, impartial in‑depth guidance to learners of all ages and backgrounds, offering differentiated, targeted follow‑up support and early interventions for learners at risk of becoming NEET or otherwise vulnerable.

Use relevant career guidance models to support learners at appropriate times during and after their studies to ensure they progress onto the right education, apprenticeship or employment destination.

Responsibilities

• Offer initial information, advice and guidance to prospective learners.
• Provide ongoing, impartial guidance and targeted support to learners of all ages and backgrounds.
• Identify and deliver early interventions for at‑risk learners.
• Facilitate transition planning and career pathways for current students.

Qualifications

• Level 6 Career Guidance qualification.
• Level 2 Maths and English.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & subsidised staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends support to family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free on‑site parking

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

TSCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job will be guaranteed an interview.