Careers & Employability Coach

Inspire Education Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education provider in Peterborough is seeking a Career Coach to support students in achieving their career goals. You will deliver practical workshops, mentor individuals, and engage with local employers to connect students with opportunities. This role requires a Level 3 qualification and a background in customer service or education. The position offers generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Funded enhanced DBS check

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification required.
• Strong background in customer service or education.
• Confidence in conducting workshops or group sessions.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students on career goals.
• Deliver workshops on job searching and interview skills.
• Build relationships with local employers and community groups.

Skills

Motivating and mentoring

Organizational skills

Digital tool proficiency

Collaborative work

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE in English and Maths (Grade C/4+)

Careers or IAG qualification (Level 3 or higher)

Job description

Overview

Salary Point 23 - £27,783 per annum
Hours 37 hours per week, all year round
Contract Permanent
Location Peterborough College 4 days Stamford College 1 day.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a varied, fast-paced, and rewarding role where you'll:

• Work 1:1 with students to uncover their career goals and map out their next steps
• Deliver engaging, practical workshops on employability, job searching, CV writing, LinkedIn and interview skills
• Champion career-related events and national campaigns like National Careers Week
• Support learners through university and UCAS applications - reviewing personal statements and boosting confidence
• Build relationships with local employers, guest speakers and community groups to connect students to opportunities
• Use digital tools to guide learners through today\u2019s ever-changing job market
• Track your impact - because what you do will make a difference

Who We're Looking For

You'll thrive in this role if you're:

• A natural motivator and mentor who connects easily with adults from all walks of life
• Confident running workshops or group sessions (bonus if you've delivered training or tutorials!)
• Super organised, tech-savvy, and ready to take initiative
• Passionate about education, employability, and creating meaningful change
• Collaborative and comfortable working across departments, events and projects

What You'll Need

• Level 3 qualification (minimum)
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4+)
• A careers or IAG qualification (Level 3 or higher)
• A strong background in customer service, careers support, employability, or education

What We Offer

• 30 days\' annual leave + bank holidays + extra discretionary days
• Excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Funded enhanced DBS check
• A culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and a supportive team ethos
• The opportunity to genuinely change lives every single day

Final Word

This isn\'t just a job. It\'s a calling. If you\'re the kind of person who lights up when someone lands their first job, gets into uni, or realises what they\'re truly capable of - you\'re exactly who we\'re looking for. This is a group role across both sites, mainly working from Peterborough but there is an expectation of working at Stamford 1 day per week on average.

Join us. Empower futures. Be the reason someone says, "I couldn\'t have done it without you."

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.