Careers Advisor

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ROLE:Careers Advisor

SCHOOL:The Gainsborough Academy, Wickersley Partnership Trust

SALARY:WPT Band 6 £32061 - £35412 (Pro rata £28238 - £31189)

CONTRACT:Permanent

HOURS:37 per week, term time only, plus all inset days

Are you a passionate and driven professional looking to inspire the next generation? We are seeking an exceptional Careers Advisor to shape the futures of our pupils, providing the vital guidance and inspiration they need to navigate their career journeys with confidence.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As our Careers Advisor, you will hold a pivotal role responsible for delivering high-quality careers guidance to pupils across the whole school. Beyond 1:1 support, you will be integral to informing the strategic direction of our Careers Education and Guidance programme, ensuring our students are fully equipped for the modern working world.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 & Group Guidance: Provide tailored advice to pupils on career planning, helping them identify options, recognise skills gaps, and overcome barriers to success.
• Employability Support: Guide students through crafting CVs, completing application forms, honing interview techniques, and navigating psychometric testing and careers software.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with the Careers Assistant Coordinator and Personal Development Leader to advise on subject choices, university/college entrance, and apprenticeships, while supporting the planning and delivery of PSHE careers lessons.
• Events & Networking: Help organise major school events, including Careers Fairs, Higher Education evenings, and Employer Insight days.
• Early Intervention: Actively identify potential NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) clients and formulate robust action plans alongside key stakeholders.
• Industry Expertise: Keep up to date with Labour Market Information (LMI), funding opportunities, and legislation; oversee a high-quality Careers and HE Reference Library.
• Compliance & Admin: Maintain up-to-date compliance documentation (including the school Careers Policy) and manage administrative tasks such as report writing and tracking student destinations.

Qualifications

• A recognised professional qualification in Career Guidance (e.g., Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage authentically with young people, parents, and external employers.
• Strong organisational abilities and proficiency in using digital careers tools, assessments, and software.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the Gatsby Benchmarks, modern qualifications pathways, and the South Yorkshire labour market.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
• Professional Growth and Development

***Closing Date: Noon, Friday 18th September 2026***

***Interviews taking place Wednesday 23rd September 2026***

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service