Careers Advisor

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rawmarsh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing

Professional growth

Job summary

Wickersley Partnership Trust in Rotherham is seeking a Careers Advisor to support pupils at Clifton Community School. This permanent, on-site post offers 37 hours weekly (term-time plus inset days) with a pro rata salary around £28,238–£31,189 (Band 6).

You will inspire learners to explore career paths, provide guidance, and help them plan steps with confidence throughout their secondary education. Join a values-driven trust that emphasises wellbeing, development, and student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in careers guidance in a school setting is desirable.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills to support students.

Responsibilities

• Inspire pupils to navigate their career journeys with confidence and clarity.
• Provide vital guidance and resources to help students plan next steps.

Job description

Careers Advisor

Company: Wickersley Partnership Trust

Salary: from £28,238 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Rotherham, S65 1LN

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 2 Sept 2026

Closing date: 14 Sept 2026

Summary

ROLE: Careers Advisor

SCHOOL: Clifton Community School, Wickersley Partnership Trust

SALARY: WPT Band 6 £32061 - £35412 (Pro rata £28238 - £31189)

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 37 per week, term time only, plus all inset days

Are you a passionate and driven professional looking to inspire the next generation? We are seeking an exceptional Careers Advisor to shape the futures of our pupils, providing the vital guidance and inspiration they need to navigate their career journeys with confidence.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people's children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary


• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes


• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription


• Professional Growth and Development