Careers & World of Work Manager

Meridian Business Support; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is looking for a Careers & World of Work Manager to lead and enhance the careers provision. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in careers education and hold a Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension schemes

Discounted Apple products

Free gym membership or discounted classes

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan

Free on-site parking

Extensive staff development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing Careers and Work Experience provision within FE.
• Strong understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks.
• Professional integrity, adaptability, and calmness under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Managing careers advice, guidance, and employability provision.
• Overseeing work experience and placement activities.
• Leading a team and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Skills

Management of Careers and Work Experience provision

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Resilience

Education

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development

GCSE English and Maths at Grade A-C (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title:

Careers & World of Work Manager

Salary:

£39,401 per annum

Location:

Cambridge

We are currently seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Careers & World of Work Manager to join a highly regarded Further Education provider. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader with strong experience in careers education, advice and guidance, and work experience provision within an FE environment.

This is a full‑time, full‑year role offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Careers & World of Work Manager will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the organisation’s Careers and World of Work provision. You will manage and coordinate high‑quality impartial careers advice, work experience and placement activities, and contribute to the ongoing development of an impactful, modern careers programme.

The role involves leading a team, engaging employers, and ensuring students and apprentices receive exceptional support aligned with industry needs and recognised standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing careers advice, guidance, and employability provision
• Overseeing work experience and placement activities across the organisation
• Ensuring alignment with Gatsby Benchmarks and sector best practice
• Leading and supporting staff to deliver a high‑quality service
• Working effectively with employers, external agencies, and internal stakeholders
• Contributing to continuous improvement of the Careers Programme
• Ensuring robust systems, processes, and safeguarding practices are maintained

Agile working is available, typically 1 day per week, except during peak periods.

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive experience managing Careers and Work Experience provision within FE
• A Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade A–C (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks
• Ability to build productive relationships with employers and external partners
• Exceptional organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Professional integrity, resilience, and a proactive approach
• Adaptability and calmness under pressure

Employee Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Competitive contributory pension schemes (TPS and LGPS)
• Discounted Apple products
• Free gym membership or discounted classes
• Discounted internal courses
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on‑site parking
• Retail and online discounts
• On‑site restaurants and coffee outlets
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive staff development opportunities

How to Apply

This role is ideal for an established careers or employability professional ready to take the next step into a strategic management position within a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation.

If you are passionate about delivering high‑quality careers and work experience provision and driving positive student outcomes, we welcome your application.

Recruitment Agency

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.