Careers Advisor

Careers Advisor 

Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a Secondary Academy in Milton Keynes for a Careers Advisor to join them on a permanent basis as soon as possibe. 

• Job Type: Full Time, Temp to Perm (permanent contract offer after 16 weeks)
• Salary: £25,000-28,000
• Location: Milton Keynes
• Start Date: ASAP

About Us: Join the UK's education recruitment leader with over 25 years of experience in the field with sector-specialist consultants. We pride ourselves on exceptional, high-quality staff to Primary, Secondary, and Special Needs Schools in England and Wales - with a team of experts on the Northants & Counties Branch dedicated to providing oppurtunities to Qualified Teachers and School Professionals looking for a new challenge.ing.

Are you passionate about helping students explore their future career pathways and reach their full potential? We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated **Careers Advisor** to join our vibrant school community!

Job Description: As a Careers Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting students as they make informed decisions about their educational and career journeys. You will provide tailored guidance, resources, and advice to help students identify their strengths, interests, and future goals. You’ll work closely with students, parents, and staff to ensure that every student feels confident and prepared as they take their next steps toward the world of work, further education, or apprenticeships.

Responsibilities include:

- Deliver one-on-one career advice and guidance to students at all stages of their school journey.
- Develop and coordinate careers education programs and workshops, ensuring students have access to relevant and up-to-date career resources.
- Organise careers fairs, employer visits, and work experience opportunities to help students gain real-world insights.
- Provide support for university applications, apprenticeships, and job placements.
- Maintain strong links with local businesses, colleges, and universities to enhance career pathways for students.
- Track and monitor students’ progress and career aspirations, ensuring that every student has the support they need to achieve their goals.

Does this sound like a role for you? We are ideally looking for a Level 6 Qualified Careers Advisor who demonstrates:

- A passion for guiding young people and helping them realise their potential.
- A strong understanding of the career pathways available to students, including further education, apprenticeships, and employment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
- Experience in a careers advisory or similar role, ideally within a school or educational setting.
- A proactive, organised, and empathetic approach to supporting students with diverse needs and aspirations.

Benefits working via Teaching Personnel:

✓Competitive salary
✓Weekly pay through PAYE
✓Personal app login to amend your diary to your flexibility
✓App-generated notifications to accept bookings in the morning
✓Advance bookings so you can plan your week ahead
✓Being offered opportunities in supply, long-term or permanent roles or tuition if your situation changes
✓Opportunities for professional development via our CPD Academy - https://www.teachingpersonnel.com/cpd-academy 
✓Dedicated and experienced Secondary School Consultant
✓Reliability of being part of the UK's leading Education staffing provider
✓Nationwide opportunities if you relocate - without the hassle of re-registering!

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, discussed during the initial interview. We can provide support for DBS applications if needed.

Join us in helping our students build the careers of tomorrow, today!