Qualified School & College Careers Adviser (Darlington & Bishop Auckland area)- onsite delivery only.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Career Adviser to join our team for three days per week term time only from September 2025
In this role, you will:
Provide high-quality careers education, information, advice, and guidance to students.
Support the Careers Lead in achieving and maintaining the Gatsby Benchmarks.
Ensure CEIAG Google Classrooms are regularly updated with current Labour Market Information (LMI) and relevant resources.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' futures in a supportive school environment.
You will have:
Level 6 qualification in careers guidance (CIAG)
Experience of working with young people preferably in a school or college setting
Thorough knowledge of education, employment, training and personal development opportunities that are available for young people/labour market information.
Provide careers advice and guidance in a one-to-one setting or group workshop/assemblies to support students with their career aspirations.
Arrange career talks and a range of activities for students.
Have the ability to engage with and inspire young people with SEND and disadvantaged as well as with their parents/carers.
Support the Schools or College Careers Leader to implement and enhance the schools programme to contribute towards meetings the Gatsby Benchmarks.
Demonstrate professional commitment to Children's rights, equal opportunities and diversity.
Undertake administration duties to ensure that all delivery evidence is complete and compliant in line with contract and quality standards.
Experience of working with vulnerable groups and those with special educations needs and disabilities (SEND).
Our Careers Advisers are expected to work flexibly and independently but will be supported as part of the wider team. Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We would be happy to talk to you about our opportunities. If you would like an informal discussion before you apply, please contact us so we can put you in touch with the relevant Contract Manager.
Quotes taken from the team about working at Education Development Trust include:
‘I love EDT. I’ve been really happy and supported. The company and manager have been amazing’
‘Everyone was approachable and flexible’
‘I enjoyed being part of a team and was made to feel part of a larger organisation’
Deadline for applications: midnight 31st August (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received)
Dates for interviews to take place will be confirmed in advance.
How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Salary & Benefits
Starting Salary: up to £29,172.00 per annum FTE (this salary is based on being level 6 qualified)
Benefits include:
30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota)
2 volunteering days (pro Rota)
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Discounted gym memberships
Health care cash plan
Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme.
Wellbeing App
Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check.
At Education Development Trust, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and knows they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We’re committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Education Development Trust an inclusive place to work. If you have specific requirements or adjustments, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
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