Careers Advisor / Apprentice Careers Advisor (Kings Lynn, Watton)

Inspiration Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in England is seeking a Careers Advisor to provide independent careers advice to pupils. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people and relevant qualifications. You will develop relationships with local businesses to enhance work experiences for students. This is a full-time role, with potential job-share or part-time options available. The position offers generous leave, pension scheme access, and various health benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking at most sites

Personalised CPD and development programmes

Structured induction programme

Qualifications

• Advice and Guidance qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with young people in an advisory/support position.
• Ability to deal effectively with people, using tact and courtesy.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality independent careers advice for pupils.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses.
• Manage work experience programmes in each school.

Skills

Advice and Guidance qualification

Experience with young people

Tact and courtesy

Education

Level 4 to 6 Diploma in Advice and Guidance or equivalent

Job description

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale F: £25,669 to £27,844 pro‑ra per annum (Actual) (£28,598 – £31,022 full time/full year equivalent)

Working Weeks: 40 weeks

Start Date: February 2026

This is a full‑time position, but job‑share/part‑time working will also be considered for a suitable candidate.

What You’ll Be Doing

• To provide high quality, independent careers advice for all pupils to prepare them effectively for education, employment or training and to work with the Central Strategic Careers Lead to implement a strategy for developing a careers programme for the school that meets all eight of the Gatsby benchmarks.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the wider community, particularly businesses, to enhance events and workplace experiences.
• Provide students with valuable insights into local and national labour market trends, ensuring they are well‑prepared for future opportunities and manage the work experience programmes in each school.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Advice and Guidance qualification or English to grade C/4 or equivalent or good English skills (Ideally a Level 4 to 6 Diploma in Advice and Guidance or equivalent although this is not required).
• Experience of working with young people (Preferably in an advisory/support position).
• Ability to deal effectively with people, using tact, courtesy and patience.

We offer

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim‑back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites.
• Personalised CPD and development programmes.
• A structured and specific induction programme.
• *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

King Edward VII Academy is a large, diverse, and comprehensive 11‑18 school with a rich and prestigious history. Thousands of students have walked the halls of this magnificent building, all in pursuit of the excellence that the academy continues to strive for today.

In October 2024, Ofsted rated King Edward VII Academy and Sixth Form as Good overall, recognising the rapid positive changes across the school. Inspectors highlighted the academy’s ambition and high standards: "The school expects high standards of pupils’ work and behaviour. It reminds pupils that every minute counts in meeting these standards. Pupils are rising to this challenge. They know that they attend an inclusive school that has improved rapidly. In the past, academic outcomes have been low. Now, however, the sense of ambition is abundantly clear. Lessons are engaging and focused. Pupils learn well."

The report also praised the school’s curriculum and teaching: "The school’s curriculum is ambitious and ensures that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access learning alongside their peers. The curriculum sets out what pupils will learn and the order in which it is taught. High‑quality training and support from the Trust have led to precise teaching. Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to present new concepts clearly. Staff are invested in the school and the community. They feel well supported by leaders who manage their workload with sensitivity. They want the very best for pupils and are proud to work at the school."

Wayland Academy is an oversubscribed, high‑performing secondary school at the heart of Norfolk, known for its positive atmosphere and low staff turnover. In 2025, 64% of students achieved grades 9‑5 in English and Mathematics, and the school achieved a Progress 8 score of +0.61 in 2024, positioning it among the highest‑performing secondary schools in Norfolk and Suffolk.

At Wayland Academy, staff believe that every student is entitled to the highest‑quality education, unlocking their potential for excellent grades and a future of their choice.

The most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2023 gave Wayland Academy an overall grade of ‘Good'. "School and Trust leaders form a strong and cohesive team which has driven, and continues to secure, school improvement."

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners.

If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Sue Scott, Central Strategic Careers Lead ([e-mail]).

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Thursday 15th January 2026

Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.