Careers Advisor

The Blackpool Sixth Form College; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Careers Advisor to empower students in their career journeys. This role involves delivering exceptional guidance, facilitating workshops, and creating connections with local employers to help students navigate their future paths. Join a dedicated team that values student success and fosters a supportive environment, where your efforts can lead to transformative outcomes for young individuals. If you are ready to inspire and make a tangible difference in the lives of students, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in careers education and guidance is essential.
• Ability to build effective relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding careers information, advice, and guidance.
• Provide personalized 1-1 guidance and lead dynamic workshops.
• Liaise with local employers and training providers.

Skills

Careers Education

Relationship Building

Guidance and Support

Workshop Facilitation

Customer Service

Education

Level 6 Qualification in Career Guidance and Development

Job description

Job Description

Careers Advisor

Do you have experience in careers education and guidance and have the ability to develop effective relationships with students? Do you have a Level 6 qualification in Career Guidance and Development? Can you have a positive impact on the lives of our students?

If you have answered yes to these questions then we want to hear from you!

If you are ready to ditch the ordinary and get stuck into a role where you directly empower the next generation, then this could be the role for you! Blackpool Sixth, an outstanding college specialising in 16-19 education, is seeking a dynamic Careers Advisor to join our Learning Resources and Futures team.

Our Futures team reports to the Head of Learning Resources and Careers, and it is an exciting time to be joining the team. The successful candidate, in collaboration with their manager, will have a significant impact on how our careers guidance is provided across the college with a voice in shaping the service we offer. This role is your chance to be a driving force in shaping the futures of Blackpool’s young people.

Imagine a workplace where your passion for student success fuels visible results. As our Career Advisor you will ignite aspirations by delivering outstanding careers information, advice, and guidance, transforming student potential into real-world success. You will forge pathways by providing personalised 1-1 guidance and dynamic group workshops, equipping students with the tools they need to conquer higher education, employment, or training. You will build bridges, liaising with local employers and training providers, creating valuable connections that open doors for our students and you will empower transformation by identifying and dismantling barriers to progression, unlocking the full potential of every student you work with.

This role gives you the opportunity to be part of a team that genuinely cares about student progress, making a difference in the lives of young people. You will be working alongside passionate educators and support staff, fostering a culture of mutual respect and achievement.

A day in the Futures team could see you:

• Inspire students to achieve their full potential;
• Help provide invaluable work placement and work experience opportunities, bridging the gap between education and the real world;
• Lead dynamic workshops with small groups of students, illuminating diverse career pathways and empowering them to make informed choices;
• Liaise with other departments, seamlessly integrating career support into student journeys, both individually and through our innovative Career Academies;
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring our Futures area is a welcoming and resourceful hub for all students.

Don't just guide careers, launch them! Apply now and join our team at Blackpool Sixth, where we turn potential into extraordinary success!

Closing date: 15th April at 9:00am

Interviews: 23rd April 2025

Our reference: SE3896

Vacancy: Careers Advisor

Location: Blackpool

Salary: £27,804 to £29,579 per annum

Hours: Permanent, Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm, term time only (plus an additional 10 days)

The health and wellbeing of our staff is important to us and we have a commitment to creating a healthy working environment for staff and students through the promotion of a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of a protected characteristic, or is disadvantaged by any conditions or any related individual requirements. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and all diverse groups. The college provides equality of access, services and care to everyone, regardless of people’s age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression or trans status, race, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college’s commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self-declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately.

National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of The Blackpool Sixth Form College