School Careers Advisor

We are a vibrant, diverse secondary school located in the heart of Wembley. We are passionate about delivering excellent education to all our students, supporting them to reach their full potential, and preparing them for successful futures. As part of the network, we share a mission to create schools where all children, regardless of their background, can succeed.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Careers Advisor to join our supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in guiding students through their educational journey, helping them explore career paths, and equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for their next steps into further education, training, or employment.

• Provide tailored careers advice and guidance to students, helping them understand the range of educational and career opportunities available.
• Develop and deliver career education programs, workshops, and events, including university visits, apprenticeships, and work experience opportunities.
• Work closely with students, parents, and teachers to support the creation of individual career action plans.
• Keep up to date with current labor market information, university and apprenticeship pathways, and changes in education policy to provide informed advice.
• Foster partnerships with local employers, higher education institutions, and community organizations to enhance career opportunities for students.
• Ensure the school meets its statutory duties for careers guidance as per the Gatsby Benchmarks.
• Support students with personal development skills, including CV writing, interview techniques, and job application processes.
• Track and record student progress in relation to careers education, preparing reports for senior leadership and external stakeholders as required.

• Experience in a similar careers advisory role within an educational setting.
• Knowledge of the current education and training landscape, including university admissions, apprenticeships, and vocational pathways.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, staff, and external partners.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• A passion for helping young people realize their potential and achieve their aspirations.
• A relevant qualification in careers guidance (e.g., Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development) is desirable but not essential.

• Be part of a forward-thinking school that places students' success and wellbeing at its heart.
• Access to high-quality professional development opportunities, both at Ark Elvin and through the wider Ark network.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in shaping the futures of young people in a diverse community.