Careers Advisor – Secondary School (Wakefield)
Start: ASAP
Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Type: Long-term Cover
Qualification Required: Level 6 in Careers Guidance
A weing and forward‑thinking secondary school in Wakefield is seeking a dedicated Careers Advisor to join their team on a long‑term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate professional who thrives on helping young people explore their future pathways and make informed decisions about their next steps.
About the RoleThe successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high‑quality CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) across the school. You’ll work closely with students, staff, and external partners to ensure every young person receives tailored, meaningful guidance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide one‑to‑one careers guidance interviews for students across KS3 and KS4
2. Support pupils with post‑16 options, apprenticeships, college applications, and career planning
3. Deliver group sessions, workshops, and assemblies on careers‑related topics
4. Maintain accurate records of guidance sessions and progression pathways
5. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SLT, and external agencies
6. Contribute to the school’s careers programme in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks
Essential Requirements
7. Level 6 Careers Guidance qualification (or equivalent)
8. Experience working with young people in an educational setting
9. Strong knowledge of post‑16 pathways, labour market information, and CEIAG frameworks
10. Excellentmunication and interpersonal skills
11. Ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds
What the School Offers
12. A supportive and friendly working environment
13. The chance to make a real impact on students’ futures
14. Consistent working hours (8am–4pm)
15. A long‑term, stable role within amitted team
If you’re passionate about empowering young people and ready to start as soon as possible, this role could be the perfect fit.
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