We are recruiting qualified and Trainee Careers Advisers
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd (CCDG), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Welsh Government, delivers essential, all age, independent and impartial careers guidance and coaching services across Wales, including through the Working Wales programme.
As a nation, we thrive when we champion diversity and inclusion. A diverse workforce leads to better decision making, greater creativity, stronger teams and happier workplaces – and most importantly, it’s the right thing to do. Our commitment to diversity helps us continue to provide excellent public services and ensures our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Vacancies – Careers/Trainee Careers Advisers
Full time (37 hours) roles available across the whole of North Wales.
* Careers Adviser salary: £32,262 – £37,330 (starting at £32,262).
* Trainee Careers Adviser salary: £30,993.
* Welsh language skills: Essential, skill levels either Foundation/Intermediate or Advanced.
Are you someone who can…
* Inspire and motivate young people and adults to take positive steps towards achieving their ambitions?
* Contribute to the development of skills and the future economic success of Wales?
* Work within a modern, innovative national organisation where you can genuinely make a difference?
Careers Wales provides an all age guidance service. Our Services to Young People team supports learners in education, while our Working Wales team works with customers in the labour market. As the only national organisation offering impartial careers information, advice and guidance in Wales, our advisers are passionate about helping individuals realise their potential.
Wrexham and Queensferry/Flintshire – Working Wales Team
This role requires a minimum of Foundation/Intermediate Welsh Language skills. You will support young people and adults to enter or re‑enter the labour market through assessment, guidance and tailored support, including those who are unemployed, economically inactive, experiencing health or disability related barriers, or seeking a career change.
You will also collaborate with a wide range of local and national partners such as training providers, Jobcentre Plus, prisons, youth offending teams, employers and other organisations to help customers progress into education, training or sustained employment.
Advisers use a variety of tools and approaches, including one to one support, group employability sessions and presentations using digital technologies.
We particularly welcome applications with experience in:
* Education or training organisations
* Health, social care or disability support
* Supporting adults returning to the labour market
* Working with diverse ethnic minority communities, asylum seekers or refugees
* Working in a prison setting
Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy or Denbighshire – Services to Young People Team
This role focuses on preparing young people for key transitions in their education and future careers. You will work across mainstream schools, special schools, FE colleges and with those educated outside mainstream settings. As with all our adviser roles, you will use a range of tools to deliver one to one support, interactive group sessions and digital presentations.
General Information
* Advisers/Trainees must have suitable transport to fulfil their duties and attend learning and development events in Wales and occasionally the UK.
* Careers Adviser applicants must hold the QCF Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development (or equivalent) and be eligible for the CDI Register of Practitioners.
* Trainee Careers Advisers must hold a degree (or equivalent) and will complete the Level 6 Diploma as part of the role, with some independent study required.
* An Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required.
Welsh Language Skills Level Descriptors
Foundation/Intermediate – You’ll be able to understand and communicate clearly on everyday and work related topics, hold engaging conversations, and explain ideas, experiences, and plans with confidence. You should also be able to read straightforward work communications and write short informal notes.
Proficient – You can understand what you hear or read fluently, communicate fluently on complex topics, and lead or contribute to discussions. You can summarise information from different sources and adapt your style for different audiences and settings. You are able to work on a professional level, communicating through various means in the medium of Welsh.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to ensuring no applicant receives less favourable treatment based on age, disability, gender identity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership status, economic status or sexual orientation. We promote a workplace free from discrimination, treating everyone with dignity and respect throughout recruitment and employment.
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