Apprentice Careers Advisor (South West ) in Hounslow

Location: Home based — Travel to sites across the South West

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday

Salary: £25,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term 18 months – to perm post qualification | Full Time

About us: Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality special needs education and care in the UK. We deliver research‑led, personalised education that helps every child thrive. Our vision is to empower every child with a world‑class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning.

About the Role: We are seeking an Apprentice Careers Advisor to deliver high‑quality, impartial careers information, advice and guidance to students in Years 7‑13 across our South West schools. Working from home with a self‑managed diary, you will support young people in exploring KS4, Post‑16 and Post‑18 pathways through 1‑2‑1 guidance sessions, group workshops and collaborative work with school staff. Under the supervision of a Level 6 mentor, you will help students make informed decisions about their futures while contributing to a strong careers education programme. The role involves regional travel, occasional overnight stays and close partnership with families, carers and external agencies to ensure every young person has access to the opportunities and support they need to thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver meaningful, impartial careers guidance that raises aspirations and promotes equality of opportunity.
• Conduct 1‑2‑1 and small‑group student interviews, ensuring each young person has a clear transition or action plan.
• Provide information, advice and signposting on careers, education, training, housing, finance and wider support needs.
• Research pathways, labour market trends and support organisations to meet individual student needs.
• Deliver engaging group sessions or presentations on careers and personal development topics.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers and school staff to strengthen each student’s support network.
• Produce reports, statutory documentation and data returns as required.
• Support the planning and delivery of careers events, work experience programmes and careers education resources.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (required for apprenticeship entry).
• Experience supporting young people with autism and/or SEMH needs.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to schools across the region.
• Flexibility for occasional overnight stays when required.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Commitment to completing the funded Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Advice.
• Confident communicator able to deliver sessions both in person and remotely.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a self‑directed diary.

Why Join Us?

Outcomes First Group is the UK’s largest independent provider of high‑quality special needs education, operating across England, Scotland, and Wales. By joining our central Learning & Development team, you’ll play a key role in shaping colleague capability, improving safety standards, and supporting operational excellence across a growing organisation. We value collaboration, professionalism and innovation, and offer the opportunity to have a meaningful impact at scale while staying true to our core values of care, aspiration and inclusion.

Benefits:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental and physical health support
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible benefits via Vista, including discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, Electric Car scheme, critical illness cover, and more

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.