At a Glance
- Tasks: Guide students in their career choices through workshops, one-on-one sessions, and online support.
- Company: Join the Windsor Forest Colleges Group, a leading education provider in the South East.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension schemes, subsidised courses, and health benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by helping them achieve their career goals.
- Qualifications: Level 6 in Advice and Guidance preferred; Level 4 with experience considered.
The predicted salary is between 26252 - 28633 £ per year.
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Careers Adviser to join our team, working across Strodes College and Windsor College on a permanent, term-time only basis. The successful candidate can expect to work across 39 weeks in the academic year. This role pays between £26,252.93 and £28,633.35 (approximately £29,987.00 to £32,706.00 FTE) which is dependent on qualifications and experience.
The primary purpose of the Careers Adviser role is to deliver impartial information, advice and guidance (IAG) to students through a range of delivery methods, including group workshops, drop-in sessions, one-to-one appointments and online support. To ensure high standards of professional practice, we are seeking an Adviser who holds a Level 6 qualification in Advice and Guidance. However, we will also consider candidates with a Level 4 qualification in Advice and Guidance who can demonstrate relevant experience and a commitment to continuing their professional development.
The postholder will help students identify realistic and aspirational progression pathways, supporting them to make informed decisions and achieve their full potential. The role includes a strong focus on employability and progression, supporting students with career planning, apprenticeships, further and higher education routes, and job opportunities.
The Careers Adviser will play a key role in supporting the UCAS process, including applications, interviews and student finance, and will also contribute to staff CPD where appropriate. In addition, the postholder will lead on careers-related events and activities across the College, working closely with curriculum departments, the Core Studies team, and the Careers and Placements team to deliver a comprehensive programme of careers and employability initiatives. This includes employer talks, university visits, HE fairs, progression events and external partnerships.
The Careers Adviser will also support key college-wide priorities such as mainstream transition programmes, external audits and inspections (including Matrix and Ofsted), and the effective tracking and reporting of student destinations and progression outcomes.
About Us: The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes (Egham) and Berkshire College of Agriculture (Maidenhead). We place learners at the heart of everything we do and are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse range of students and employers each year within our state-of-the-art learning environments.
Our staff benefit from:
- Generous non-working day entitlement
- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
- Free on-site parking at all sites
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance
- On-site coffee shop and cafeteria
- A range of health and wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling, and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site
Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Friday 10th July 2026. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. To apply, please complete the online application form via our careers page. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement, clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the essential criteria listed in the person specification. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS and Barred List check, along with other legally required pre-employment checks.
Recruitment Agencies: We operate a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and do not accept speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.
Careers Adviser - Egham, Surrey employer: Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Careers Advisers in Egham, Surrey. With a strong commitment to professional development, generous benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme, and a focus on work-life balance, our staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact on students' futures while enjoying a range of health and wellbeing perks. Join us in shaping the next generation's career paths in our state-of-the-art facilities, where collaboration and innovation thrive.
Contact Details:
Windsor Forest Colleges Group Recruitment Team
