Careers And Progression Coach

Fashion Retail Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded professional qualifications

Flexible leave options

Family-friendly pay

Wellbeing allowance

Job summary

The EFI Group is seeking a dedicated Careers and Progression Coach to provide impartial guidance to students at the Fashion Retail Academy and London College of Beauty Therapy. This full-time, on-site role is based at FRA Electra House in London Moorgate and LCBT in Fashion Street, with 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

You will assist with CVs, cover letters, personal statements, LinkedIn usage, and UCAS applications, while supporting alumni progression and study pathways across the EFI

Qualifications

• Educated to A Level or equivalent.
• A specialist qualification in careers guidance is desirable.
• Experience in an educational environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide impartial Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance to students at the Fashion Retail Academy and London College of Beauty Therapy.
• Guide students in promoting their skills and experience, including writing CVs, cover letters and personal statements, and using LinkedIn and other professional tools.
• Advise on UCAS applications and personal statements for higher education.
• Support a specific provision of study and work with current and future alumni to help them progress successfully.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Public speaking

CV writing

Personal statements

Education

A Level or equivalent

Careers guidance qualification (desirable)

Tools

LinkedIn

Job description

Education for Industry Group

Full-Time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Permanent

On-site at FRA Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE and LCBT, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the role

We are looking for a Careers and Progression Coach to provide impartial Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance to support students in making informed choices about further or higher education, careers, apprenticeships, or T-Levels at the Fashion Retail Academy and London College of Beauty Therapy.

In this role you will guide students in promoting their skills and experience, including writing CVs, cover letters, and personal statements, and using LinkedIn and other professional tools. You will also support students pursuing higher education, advising on UCAS applications and personal statements.

A key part of the role is supporting a specific provision of study and working with current and future alumni to help them progress successfully.

About you

• Qualifications: Educated to A Level or equivalent. A specialist qualification in careers guidance, coaching, or a related field is desirable.
• Experience: Strong administrative skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and strong presentation and public speaking experience. Previous experience in an educational environment is highly desirable.
• Expertise: An understanding of recruitment trends, job markets, and progression routes and career pathways. Familiarity with university and FE College processes and knowledge of sector-specific industries is advantageous (e.g., fashion, retail, hair & beauty).
• Skills: Coaching and guidance skills, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and experience supporting CVs, personal statements and applications.
• Values: An empathetic and inspiring team player, able to build strong relationships, support and develop students, and contribute to the careers team's growth, innovation, and delivery of a high-quality, impactful service across the EFI Group.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
• Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
• Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.

Salary: From £26,550 to £29,500 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

Closing Date: 8am on Tuesday 20 October 2026.

Interviews/Recruitment Day: Wednesday 28th October, in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

Contact: Please contact [email protected] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.