About Changing Education
Join us at Changing Education, a leading Ed-tech company and work experience recruiter in the UK. We're on a mission to transform the educational landscape by providing unparalleled work experience opportunities. Our commitment lies in empowering young minds to navigate and thrive in their career journeys, leveraging our innovative technology and strong partnerships.
Our Purpose, Vision, Mission & Values
Purpose: To empower young minds to explore and embark on exceptional work placements, forging their paths and secure their future
Mission: At the forefront of educational innovation, we're dedicated to redefining work experience in the UK. By harnessing the power of our dynamic technology, and our partners we're bridging the gap between classrooms and careers, ensuring every student embarks on a safe journey toward a fulfilling future, free from boundaries
Vision: To become the foremost innovator in technology solutions, empowering younger generations with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to navigate and succeed in their evolving career journeys
Core Values
- Innovation
- Adaptability
- Quality
- Collaboration
- Empowerment
The Role
We are seeking a Level 6 qualified Careers Adviser who is passionate about empowering students through personalised and strategic career planning. This in-person role involves delivering student-centred information, advice, and guidance to help students make informed and ambitious career decisions. You will play a pivotal role in supporting students with applications for apprenticeships, college, sixth forms, and other post-16 and 18 opportunities. A mandatory DBS check is required for this role, as well as a full driving licence. You must be able to travel to schools in the Manchester area.
This is an academic term time only role, which you means that your salary will be pro-rated.
Key Responsibilities
- Caseload Management: Manage a caseload of students, providing impartial and informed advice to facilitate ambitious career choices.
- Virtual and In-Person Guidance: Offer guidance using virtual platforms such as Google Meet, as well as in-person sessions.
- Career Planning: Develop tailored careers action plans for each student to ensure clear and achievable career pathways.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain strong relationships with Careers Leaders and other relevant staff within partner schools.
- Community and External Partnership Development: Build and maintain positive relationships with external partners including local employers, colleges, and apprenticeship providers.
- Resource Development: Utilise a variety of platforms and mediums to deliver accurate and current career information to students, parents, and school staff.
- Professional Development: Continuously seek and engage in training opportunities to stay abreast of statutory changes and developments in Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance (CEIAG).
Who You Are
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a confident and personable manner.
- IT Proficiency: Strong capabilities with Microsoft Office 365, Google Drive, and various databases.
- Organisational Skills: Excellent time management and a strategic approach to workload are essential.
- Attention to Detail: Must possess meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
- Relationship Building: Proficient in fostering strong professional relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable, capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Must also be willing to travel when required.
- Professionalism: High professional standards with a positive work ethic and attitude.
With respect to this role, we are open to explore freelance, part-time and full-time candidates.
At Changing Education, you'll find a vibrant company committed to innovation and quality. We believe in empowering our team members just as much as the young minds we aim to support.
Let's redefine the future of work experience together!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance
Pay: From £26,500.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- As a minimum, do you hold a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development (or equivalent)?
Work Location: In person
