Student Progression Advisor

• Annual Salary: £16 to £20 per hour
• Location: Northwest London
• Job Type:  36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

We are seeking a dedicated Student Progression Advisor to join our team in Northwest London. This role is crucial for supporting the academic success and personal development of our students through one-to-one guidance, target setting, and contributing to their career plans. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in implementing our college's employability agenda and ensuring students are well-prepared for their future careers.

• Implement the EPR policy and deliver an EPR curriculum to groups of students, ensuring active involvement and maintaining good punctuality, attendance, and behaviour.
• Conduct individual one-to-one interviews focusing on target setting for academic success, documenting these in the College’s Individual Learning Plans on ProMonitor.
• Provide pastoral support for designated groups of students, ensuring cross-college support where necessary.
• Work closely with target students, their parents/carers, and colleagues to ensure students meet all aspects of their learning programme, including punctuality, attendance, behaviour, and work deadlines.
• Maintain detailed individual records for each tutee and ensure students undergo appropriate assessments and receive necessary support.
• Assist in the personal and social development of students, providing guidance on time management and study organisation.
• Contribute to the UCAS process and other careers education work as required.
• Support the Head of School in collecting and recording statistical data and other impact evidence for the work of Student Progression Advisors (SPAs).
• Participate in various college activities such as parents’ evenings, open days, and enrolment duties as required.

• Experience in a similar role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of academic guidance and support mechanisms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with students, parents, and staff.
• Proficient in using educational technology and systems, such as ProMonitor.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
• Understanding of and commitment to safeguarding policies and equality and diversity principles.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Term-time working schedule, allowing for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Involvement in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

To apply for the Student Progression Advisor position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.