Careers and Employment Advisor

Worcestershire County Council; Worcester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Flexible Working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a Careers and Employment Advisor to work with young people aged 16-24 across outreach locations in the Wychavon district and Worcester Careers Hub. The role involves mentoring and guiding participants toward positive destinations in employment, education or training, within a supportive youth-focused environment.

The role requires regular travel across Worcestershire, delivering 1:1 or group mentoring, and developing resources for young people.

Qualifications

• Mentoring and youth work basics preferred.
• Group and 1:1 mentoring sessions beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mentoring sessions to young people aged 16-24.
• Engage with youth across outreach locations in Wychavon Worcester Careers Hub.
• Support young people into employment, education or training.
• Travel across Worcestershire to reach outreach sites.

Job description

Job Title: Careers and Employment Advisor

Salary: £30,817 - £32,929 per annum

35 Hours per Week

Location: Various outreach locations in Wychavon district and Worcester 16-24 Careers Hub

Team: Skills and Employability

Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2028 with a view to extending

The Role

35 hours per week a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2028 with a view to extending.

Careers Worcestershire has a new and exciting role as a Careers and Employment Advisor working with young people in various outreach locations across Wychavon district and in our Worcester Careers Hub. Supporting young people aged 16-24 into positive destinations to achieve their career and employment aspirations. As a Careers and Employment advisor you will be part of a dynamic team using our young person centred approach that supports young people into employment, education or training.

Careers Worcestershire provides young people with a safe, friendly, inclusive, and welcoming environment where they can access helpful support and advice.

In delivering the role, you will empower young people (aged 16-24) through group and individual mentoring sessions.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working directly with young people aged 16-24, being able to engage and relate well to this age group, including those who are vulnerable or in crisis.

You will ideally have experience of delivering 1:1 or group mentoring sessions and knowledge of the fundamentals of mentoring and youth work, along with experience of designing and developing resources for young people.

The role requires regular travel across Worcestershire to work with young people in outreach locations, some of which may not be covered by public transport. Applicants must be able to meet this travel requirement.

For further information please contact: Jennie Ellis Careers and Employment Lead [e-mail]

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don’t worry because if you join us without a break, we’ll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development:We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working:We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity:

The County Council iscommittedto equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 16th November 2026

Attached documents

Careers and Employment Advisor JDPS 12th August 25 (2).docx