Careers Adviser

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WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page.

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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking two Careers Advisers to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Careers Team. In this key position, you will work across multiple sites within our South West or South East Academies, supporting students to make informed, ambitious, and aspirational decisions about their futures.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you are a Level 4 Careers Adviser working towards Level 6, if you are newly qualified at Level 6, or if you are a Senior Level 6 Careers Adviser:

  • Level 4 - £26,000–£30,000
  • Level 6 : £31,000–£36,000
  • Senior Level 6: £37,000–£42,000

You will be joining an experienced and knowledgeable team of advisers, from whom you can gain advice and support. Working closely with your colleagues, you will help shape and deliver a high-impact CEIAG programme.

Whether it’s further education, apprenticeships, traineeships or employment, you’ll play a vital role in guiding students towards the post-16 and post-18 pathways that best match their goals and aspirations. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, where ideas are freely shared, good practice is celebrated, and guidance is always on hand.

Your contribution will be central to raising aspirations, inspiring ambition, and ensuring that every student, regardless of background or ability, is fully aware of the range of opportunities open to them. Together, we strive to deliver a high-quality, inclusive CEIAG programme from Year 7 to Year 13, empowering all students to achieve their full potential.

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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Working with each academy’s Careers Lead to plan a high-quality careers education provision
  • Planning and delivering careers assemblies
  • Delivering impartial, personalised career guidance meetings and group sessions
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic records on Unifrog of guidance meetings
  • Providing targeted support for students making post-16 and post-18 pathway choices
  • Liaising with external agencies, networks and partners to enhance the Higher Education and Careers programme
  • Tracking, monitoring and reporting on the aspirations of current students
  • Engaging parents and carers in the careers guidance process
  • Supporting with meaningful and aspirational employer encounters
  • Attending results and enrolment days
  • Supporting wider team members, including providing shadowing opportunities and sharing best practice
  • Contributing to Careers Adviser team meetings with learnings or experiences that could enhance practice, inform strategy or support team development
  • Providing support to academies during Ofsted inspections
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

  • Diploma in Careers Guidance or Qualification in Careers Guidance to Level 6 (or working towards)
  • Proven experience in delivering impartial, personalised career guidance through one-to-one meetings and group sessions
  • Experience of successfully motivating individuals to plan and achieve their career goals
  • A proactive approach, with efficient time management and prioritisation skills
  • Self motivation, demonstrating an ability to work independently and flexibly within the Academy structure
  • Experience of delivering assemblies
  • Genuine interest and passion for the education of young people and the ability to contribute more widely to the life and community of the Federation
  • Experience of developing and delivering CEIAG within in education setting

For a full job description and person specification, please download the job pack.

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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.

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