Careers Facilitator

Big Creative Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Creative Academy is seeking a Careers Facilitator to support young people in their career development. This part-time role involves delivering careers education, providing guidance, and facilitating student progression into employment, apprenticeships, or higher education. Join a supportive team committed to empowering learners from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Flexible Fridays

Employee assistance programme

Research-based professional development

Staff social events

Gym facilities for staff use

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering careers advice and guidance.
• Ability to differentiate learning to meet diverse needs.
• Understanding of statutory careers education for post-16.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a cross-Academy programme of careers education.
• Provide one-to-one careers appointments for students.
• Research, plan, prepare and deliver careers classes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Qualifications in English and Maths equivalent to GCSE Grade 4/C/Level 2

Qualification or accreditation in facilitation or careers

Job description

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CAREERS FACILITATOR

Job specification pack

Welcome to

Big Creative Academy

Big Creative Academy (BCA) is a specialist

creative arts college for 16-19 year olds based

in Walthamstow, E17.

Our intent is to provide young creatives from

Diverse Backgrounds With The Entrepreneurial Skills

and academic knowledge to have a powerful impact

in the creative industries.

Through access to higher education and the

development of cultural capital we will provide

students with the attitude and resilience to

succeed.

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As an organisation we provide a supportive,

developmental environment with a creative

and innovative approach to education. Choosing

to work for BCA will enable you to be part of a

successful organisation that offer a good work-

life balance to all employees, which includes

a flexible working approach, a friendly, positive

and purposeful working environment, and

plenty of opportunities for social interaction

between colleagues

We are a values-led organisation, award-winning in

equality, diversity, and inclusion and a best practice

college for LGBTQ+.

We work with integrity

and passion, and are fiercely committed to

creating a truly meaningful work environment,

where individuals are empowered with the

tools, technology, and training to unleash

their full potential.

This is an exciting time to join BCA. We moved into

our £21m new building in January 2021 with all

new industry-standard studios and equipment.

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We have 440 young people per year enrolled onto

our Level 3 vocational programmes, and learners

Take Qualifications In Maths And English If Needed.

We have a job centre on site for learners and a

sister organisation, Big Creative Training, offering

apprenticeships. Progression outcomes for

students are filling local skills needs for a growing

creative arts sector.

The majority of our staff are dual practitioners,

teaching their professional craft. This makes BCA

an innovative environment in which to work.

Together with our industry ambassadors and

patron, Emeli Sande, all of our programmes are

industry led and forward thinking.

Benefits Of Working For BCA

• Flexible Fridays, half day, to provide work-life
  
  

balance

• Employee assistance programme
• Research-based professional development
• Supportive, caring and developmental
  
  

environment with full staff wellbeing

programme

• Excellent career development opportunities
  
  

and performance recognition

• Staff social events
• Gym facilities for staff use
• Cycle to work scheme
  
  

Sacha Corcoran, MBE (Principal)

Im really proud of the team at Big Creative Academy all working

together to provide the best education possible for our learners.

Our values are incredibly important to us and we look forward to

welcoming you into the Big Creative family.

Kindness Respect Inclusivity Authenticity Integrity

What Our Learners

and graduates say

96% of learners at BCA say their overall experience

Is Good. Heres What They Had To Say

The teachers always find time to help.

I love the small class sizes, and the fun environment created.

I get to do something I love with other people who have the

same interests as me.

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Not only did the college give us

the tools and knowledge to succeed,

they prepared us for life as creatives

of the future.

Georgia

If it wasnt for BCA theres no way

I would have become the person

I am today. Thanks for helping

me find myself!

Amani

Job Description &

Person Specification

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Post Title: CAREERS FACILITATOR (0.6FTE)

• Salary: £16,800 to £19,200 per annum (£28,000 to £32,000 FTE)
• Basis: Part Time (21 hours per week)
• Weeks: 52 weeks
• Start Date: 2nd September 2025
• Reporting to: Careers Manager
• Location: Big Creative Academy, Clifton Avenue, E17 6HL
• Facilitation: The post includes 14 hours of facilitation per week
• Annual leave: 30 days per annum
  
  

Purpose Of The Role

Big Creative Academys mission is to create careers, supporting young people onto the next steps. After

completing a course here students will be able to move into employment in the creative arts, secure an

apprenticeship or go to university so that they can make a living from their passion.

The Careers Facilitator role is crucial in providing careers education for our young people. We are pleased to

have a dedicated careers session of one hour per week for both our Year 12 and Year 13 learners. This role

is to deliver a scheme of work for learners to help them develop their careers knowledge and plan their next

steps.

This work will feed into wider remit of the careers team at BCA, supporting learners into positive progression.

Were very proud that 70% of our learners remain in the sector and are making a powerful impact in the

creative industries.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a cross-Academy programme of careers education, one hour per week for each
  
  

student group

• Research, plan, prepare and deliver careers classes to our Year 12 student cohort (14 hours per
  
  

week, plus admin time)

• Provide pastoral support to students
• Provide one to one careers appointments for students
• Participate in the wider careers programme for the Academy to ensure positive progression for
  
  

learners

Principal Accountabilities

• Plans the careers and digital scheme of work and delivery in line with careers learning
  
  

outcomes for post-16 as recommended by the Careers Development Institute

• Plans and prepares for inspections, writes reports as required for the leadership team
• Assesses students to ensure understanding of careers topics and how students are applying
  
  

their skills

• Maintains and provides records and in relation to classes, schemes of work, files and for
  
  

student attendance and behaviour and engagement in sessions.

• To co-ordinate and conduct learner surveys as required to establish the impact of the careers
  
  

programme

Key Duties

• As part of the Academy team, the Careers Facilitator acts as the main point of reference for
  
  

students engaged in the careers programme. The role includes:

• participation in inducting students to the careers offer
• providing educational and welfare guidance as needed or referring to the appropriate staff
  
  

member.

• assisting students in preparing individual career plans, and reflecting on careers activities in
  
  

Morrisby

• following up student absence and reporting this to their main tutor
• acting as the focal point in the maintenance of student discipline within
  
  

the context of the Academy student disciplinary procedure

• undertaking wellbeing exit interviews with students at the end of their 2yr course.
• preparing administrative returns and reports as may be needed in relation to students, quality
  
  

assurance and board requests.

• Organise and deliver activities for Careers Week, for example a week of sessions with trade unions
• Participates in activities to publicise careers and digital skills across the Academy, with staff, students,
  
  

parents and external agencies.

• Assists in planning and developing the course and course materials
• Participates in student enrolment and induction
• Develop effective working relationships internally and with external partners to ensure business
  
  

sessions are sometimes led by external visitors and experts

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In Addition The Postholder Is Expected To

• Work towards achieving Big Creative Academys mission and actively participate in our culture, striving
  
  

towards outstanding teaching and learning, promoting wellbeing and bringing industry into the

classroom

• Travel to and meet with key stakeholders as appropriate to the role
• Undertake continuous professional development including research projects and a bespoke annual
  
  

plan

• Actively promote equality and anti-racism at all times
• Carry out duties at all times with due regard to Big Creative Academys policies, including
  
  

safeguarding, health and safety and data protection and participate in training as required

• To comply with and promote the Academys safeguarding policies
• Work flexibly and to undertake any other duties that may reasonably allocated by the line manager,
  
  

which may include working occasional evenings and weekends

Person Specification

A Application I Interview

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Attributes Required Desirable

METHOD OF

ASSESSMENT

Education And Qualifications

An undergraduate degree

x A

Qualifications In English And Maths Equivalent To GCSE

Grade 4/C/Level 2

x A

Qualification or accreditation in facilitation or careers x A

Knowledge and Skills

Evidence of the ability to deliver consistently good

sessions and a proven track record in delivering an

excellent learning experience

x A

Evidence of differentiation to meet the needs of all

learners

x I

An understanding of statutory careers education for post-

16

x I

Good standard of written English x A

High level interpersonal, organisational and

communication skills

x I

Experience

Experience of all aspects of careers advice and guidance

to ensure positive progression for learners

x I

Experience of working with the post-16 age group x A

Experience of developing successful links with employers x I

Commitment

High professional standards and personal integrity, with

high expectations of self and others

x I

Able to work collaboratively as part of a team, to deliver

shared outputs

x I

Able to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under

pressure

x I

Take initiative and innovate to drive continuous

improvement

x I

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How To Apply

To apply you must complete the application form found on our website and return to bca-

• This must include a supporting statement that evidences your experience matched to
  
  

the accountabilities and person specification of the job role.

Closing date for application is Sunday 1 June 2025.

Interviews will be held on w/c 9 June 2025.

Safeguarding

BCA operates safer recruitment practice in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education regulations. Please

expect the highest level of scrutiny and background checks. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references

being obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. New members of staff

cannot start their positions until these

documents are in place.

Warner Interviews

As a values led organisation we conduct Warner interviews as part of our

recruitment process. These are designed to help us understand your own

values and motivation for working with the specific cohort of young people

we serve. We recommend that you research this interview technique

should you be invited to attend an interview.

What Our Staff Say

I like the progressive nature of the

college and how we are always looking

to expand and offer a more rounded

experience for the learners.

The best part of my role is being able

to make a positive difference to the

lives of many, supporting our young

people in seeing their potential.

There is fantastic communication

between members of staff and

the management team.

I feel supported and encouraged

in my role, inspired to continue

working to deliver high quality

and engaging material.

The staff get on well with each other

and work together positively to benefit

the organisation.

Lovely working environment with a

supportive team and great students.

What we do, individually, and overall,

makes a huge impact on the lives

of these young people and

empowers them.

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I like the collaborative culture and

genuine care for staff, with time

and energy invested.

BCA is a small organisation with

a big heart and a great mission

to develop learners from

disadvantaged communities.

I am trusted by my manager to use

initiative and develop my area as

I see fit. I feel trusted and valued

in my ideas and opinions.

The environment at BCA is a huge

stand out to me. The staff are diverse

so it makes me feel very comfortable

at work.

The absolutely fantastic team of staff

that I work with we all come from

different walks of life yet share the

same creative interests and goals

In Improving Learners Experience

and their lives in general.

The community feel to our college

is second to none.

BCA is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes

applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to

safeguarding all learners enrolled on our programmes and appointment

of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references being

obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.