Careers Advisor / Employability Tutor who has a good understanding of coaching, career development, student / learner progression pathways and employability skills development is required for a well-respected Academy based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire.
SALARY: £25,500 - £30,000 per annum + Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: South Kirkby, West Yorkshire
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 40 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 5:30pm
Part-time working on a pro rata basis or hybrid working would be considered. Evening and weekend working may be required
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Careers Advisor / Employability Tutor who has a good understanding of coaching, career development, student / learner progression pathways and employability skills development.
Working as a Careers Advisor / Employability Tutor you will deliver tailored one-to-one and group career coaching and equip learners with the tools to thrive in a competitive job market. You will be key at critical stages of the learner journey, working closely with the Project Manager and Senior Leadership Team to ensure every learner achieves positive career outcomes.
As a Careers Advisor / Employability Tutor you will also help refine internal systems, support progression tracking, and collaborate across team to deliver a joined-up learner experience from first contact to progression.
As a successful candidate you will be a relationship-builder, a skilled communicator and a passionate advocate for learner success. Direct experience in the live entertainment industry is a bonus, but if youre ready to learn, grow and make an impact we want to hear from you!
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as a Careers Advisor / Employability Tutor will include:
Deliver tailored career and pastoral support through one-to-one and group sessions, progress reviews, career exploration and targeted coaching
Build learner confidence and employability by supporting CV and portfolio development, strengthening interview skills and developing professional behaviours
Drive career progression by supporting transitions between roles, securing promotions and negotiating employment terms, as well as matching learners to employer opportunities
Connect learners with industry through organised interviews, employer introductions, job board updates and sharing relevant sector insights and opportunities
Accurately track learner progress and outcomes
Use labour market insights to keep coaching relevant, align resources with learner goals and support targeted employer engagement and programme development
Develop and maintain a bank of high-quality resources and toolkits to enhance learner experience and maximise the impact of coaching time
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Understanding of coaching, career development, learner progression pathways and employability skills development
Awareness of safeguarding and Prevent Duty in a learning environment (or willingness to learn)
A skilled communicator
A relationship-builder with excellent interpersonal skills
A passionate advocate for learner success
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed
Ability to travel occasionally to other teaching locations around the UK (with work related expenses paid)
DESIRABLE
Knowledge of funded training programmes (e.g., Skills Bootcamps)
Knowledge of the creative and live events industries and associated roles
Familiarity with Ofsteds Education Inspection Framework and QA expectations in Further Education
BENEFITS
25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Lunch provided
On-site car parking
Staff development and training opportunities
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Pension Scheme
Wellbeing Support via the Employee Assistance Programme
Electric Car Scheme
Enhanced Paternity Package
Cycle to Work Scheme
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13358
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