Careers Advisor

Oldham College; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

48 days holiday

Pension contributions 16.8%

Free counselling and wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Paid special leave

Training and development opportunities

Free breakfast Fridays

On-site facilities

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Oldham College is seeking a committed Careers Advisor to support delivery of college services and priorities. You will provide impartial information on courses, progression, finance and benefits to students, parents and employers, and run UCAS cycles with HE fairs.

You will design careers sessions, conduct 1:1 guidance with action planning, and collaborate with partners across faculties and local employers. Strong IT and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance is required.
• GCSE English and Maths (4/C) or better.
• Considerable experience guiding young people and adults.
• Confident delivering classroom-based careers education.
• Experience in student-facing roles and working with stakeholders.
• Strong Microsoft Office, data input and IT systems skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide impartial IAG on courses, progression, finance and benefits to learners, parents, employers and partners, including students with EHCPs.
• Support university applications, administer the UCAS cycle, advise on student finance and run HE Fairs.
• Design and deliver careers sessions and 1:1 guidance with action planning.
• Work with employers, universities, schools, training providers and College faculties.
• Help meet recruitment targets through school links, Open Days, Careers Fairs and enrolment.
• Answer enquiries promptly, maintain records and website content, and gather feedback and impact data.
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments.

Skills

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance

GCSE English and Maths 4/C+

Experience guiding young people and EH

Designing and delivering careers talks

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office / data input / IT systems

Education

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance

GCSE English & Maths (4/C+)

Job description

ABOUT OLDHAM COLLEGE

Oldham College is one of the largest further education providers in Greater Manchester, supporting thousands of students each year to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need for their future.

We work closely with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training that meets the needs of our region. Our staff play a vital role in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students and colleagues can thrive.

Every role at the College contributes to helping people achieve their potential.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a committed Careers Advisor to support the effective delivery of College services and priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role you will:

• Provide impartial IAG on courses, progression, finance and benefits to learners, parents, employers and partners, including students with EHCPs.
• Support university applications, administer the UCAS cycle, advise on student finance and run HE Fairs.
• Design and deliver careers sessions and 1:1 guidance with action planning.
• Work with employers, universities, schools, training providers and College faculties.
• Help meet recruitment targets through school links, Open Days, Careers Fairs and enrolment.
• Answer enquiries promptly, maintain records and website content, and gather feedback and impact data.
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance, plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• Considerable experience guiding young people and adults, including those with EHCPs, through 1:1 guidance, action planning and impact measurement.
• Confident designing and delivering classroom-based careers education, and interviewing individuals as well as presenting to groups.
• Experience in student-facing roles and working with key stakeholders to deliver careers programmes.
• Works under pressure, uses own initiative and prioritises workload, with excellent Microsoft Office, data input and IT systems skills.

WHY JOIN US

We offer a supportive working environment with opportunities to develop and progress. Benefits include:

• 48days' holiday, supporting work–life balance, including 30 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
• Pension contributions of 16.8%
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Retail discounts through our benefits platform
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid special leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Free breakfast Fridays
• On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
• Free parking and electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

INCLUSION AND FLEXIBILITY

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families.

Flexible working options may be available depending on the role.

SAFEGUARDING

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references.

It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.

USE OF AI IN APPLICATIONS

We recognise that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information you submit accurately reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.