Careers and Work Inspiration Project Officer
* Location: Huntingdon/Hybrid
* Contract: Permanent
* Salary Range: NJC 10, from £37,938 (FTE). This role will be contracted to 18.5 hours/week, therefore the pro-rata salary will be from £18,969.
* Hours: Part-time (0.5 FTE, 18.5 hours/week). Specific days and hours are flexible and can be discussed during the interview process.
* Closing Date: Monday 4th August 2025
The Opportunity and the Context
Working with the Youth Guarantee Lead within the Skills Team, this role will place you at the forefront of careers and work inspiration activities across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough.
You will be involved in developing and implementing the Youth Guarantee and other programs aimed at NEET prevention at Key Stage four and post-16. Ideally, you will have skills and experience as a careers guidance professional, with a working knowledge of pre- and post-16 education and employment policy.
You should demonstrate a good understanding of the local labour market and have experience working with employers across various programs, including work experience, industry placements, and curriculum development.
Join us and help shape the future of careers and skills for generations to come!
What you’ll be doing:
* Designing and delivering projects supporting strategic careers and employability goals
* Building and managing partnerships across education, business, and third sectors
* Advising schools and providers as a subject matter expert
* Creating inclusive employer engagement strategies
* Developing resources and tools to inform and inspire career pathways
* Managing budgets and reporting progress according to funding requirements
What we're looking for
We’re looking for someone with:
* Significant experience in careers, employability, or similar projects
* A strong record of stakeholder engagement and partnership working
* Deep knowledge of education, skills, and employment landscape
* An innovative mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach
* A minimum Level 3 qualification relevant to the role
Why Join Us?
What we offer:
* The chance to be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact
* A role emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and community impact
* Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning
Job Description
You can view the full Job Description for this role here.
How to Apply
Please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk.
Your covering letter must demonstrate how you meet the Knowledge, Skills, and Experience outlined in the job description.
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
* Closing date: Monday 4 August at 9am
Note: The closing date as stated here may differ from other job sites.
* Interviews will be held w/c 18th August at our Huntingdon office.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have the existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.
Applicants are encouraged to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Participation is optional and will not impact your application. The information will be kept confidential and used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete the form. For more information, visit this page.
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