Careers and Progression Coach

Careers and Progression Coach

Education for Industry Group (EFI)

Permanent

Full-Time

LCBT, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX and FRA, Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

About the role

Empower students, guide career pathways, and shape futures as EFI’s Careers and Progression Coach.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated professional to support our students in navigating their career and educational journeys. In this role, you will provide expert advice and guidance on career progression, university applications, and employment opportunities within hair, beauty, and education sectors.

You will deliver presentations, conduct one-to-one coaching sessions, and use your analytical skills to research and interpret career data, ensuring students receive up-to-date, personalised guidance.

If you are an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, industry knowledge, and a commitment to helping young people succeed, we would love to hear from you!

About you:

• Qualifications: A Levels or equivalent, with a specialist qualification in careers service, coaching, or a related field (desirable).
  Experience: Proven ability to deliver engaging presentations and provide careers advice and guidance.
  Expertise: Strong understanding of the hair and beauty industry, education sector, and progression pathways.
  Passion: You will be an empathetic individual with excellent communication, analytical, and IT skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and support young people.

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded professional qualifications, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service.
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health.

Salary:

From £26,550 to £29,500 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

How to apply/Next Steps:  

Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application' and submit your completed application form. You can find our EFI Application Form here.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

w/c 8 September in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information/Contact us:

For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA and LCBT websites and refer to the job description.

Please contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.   

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.