Careers Lead

Short Job Advert - Careers Advisor / Careers Coordinator (Part Time)

Location: Leicester
Contract: Part time - 2 days per week
Salary: £24,600 - £32,700 pro rata
Sector: Education / Alternative Provision
DBS: Enhanced DBS required

The Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provider for an experienced Careers Advisor / Careers Coordinator to lead and deliver high quality Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG).

This role will suit a qualified careers professional with experience supporting young people, including those with SEND and SEMH needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate CEIAG provision across primary, secondary and post 16 learners
• Deliver 1:1 careers guidance and structured action plans
• Ensure compliance with the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks and Ofsted expectations
• Coordinate meaningful work experience and employer encounters
• Develop relationships with employers, colleges, apprenticeship providers and universities
• Support teaching staff to embed careers learning across the curriculum
• Maintain accurate electronic records and report impact to senior leaders
• Organise careers events, trips, assemblies and parent engagement activities

Essential Requirements

• Level 6 (or above) Careers Guidance qualification
• Experience delivering careers guidance in an educational or alternative provision setting
• Strong knowledge of SEND and supporting vulnerable learners
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship building skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to work flexibly, with occasional evenings or weekends

Why Apply?

• Part time opportunity with genuine impact
• Supportive leadership and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to shape and lead a whole school careers strategy

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.