(onsite delivery with the possibility of some hybrid or remote working within certain schools/colleges)
Onsite opportunities from September 2024 onwards in the following locations:
- SW19 7HB – Wimbledon, Merton
- SM5 3PS – Sutton
- SE19 3HL –Croydon on Lambeth border
- SM5 4NR – Carshalton
- CRO 4BH – Croydon
- TW14 9PE – Feltham
- KT2 5QY – Kingston
- SE24 9JH, – North Dulwich
- SW18 5JU – Wandsworth
- UB10 0EZ – Hillingdon
- HA2 9AH – Harrow
- UB1 – Hillingdon
- UB8 3QU – Hillingdon
- UB10 8AB – Hillingdon
Level 4 CIAG may be considered by some of the Education settings (starting salary will be different to the level 6). We can offer training to level 6 through our own Assessment Centre for candidates who are already qualified to level 4 CIAG.
We are currently recruiting for experienced L6 and L4 (CIAG) Qualified Careers Advisers to join our Education Development Trust youth careers team from September 2024 to provide careers advice, guidance and support to individuals and groups of young people at school or college.
Role Type:
We have positions to suit all working preferences; full time, part time, zero-hour, term time, onsite, fixed term & permanent contracts.
Please note that some positions are presently only available, subject to contract.
Key duties:
You will produce tailored careers information, advice, and guidance to meet the needs of young people and support the school in achieving the Gatsby benchmarks. These are face to face, term time only vacancies in schools.
You will have:
- Level 4 or 6 qualification in careers guidance (CIAG)
- Experience of working with young people preferably in a school or college setting
- Thorough knowledge of education, employment, training and personal development opportunities that are available for young people/labour market information.
- Provide careers advice and guidance in a one-to-one setting or group workshop/assemblies to support students with their career aspirations.
- Arrange career talks and a range of activities for students.
- Have the ability to engage with and inspire young people with SEND and disadvantaged as well as with their parents/carers.
- Support the Schools or College Careers Leader to implement and enhance the schools programme to contribute towards meetings the Gatsby Benchmarks.
- Demonstrate professional commitment to Children’s rights, equal opportunities and diversity.
- Undertake administration duties to ensure that all delivery evidence is complete and compliant in line with contract and quality standards.
- Experience of working with vulnerable groups and those with special educations needs and disabilities (SEND).
Our Careers Advisers are expected to work flexibly and independently but will be supported as part of the wider team. Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We would be happy to talk to you about our opportunities. If you would like an informal discussion before you apply, please contact (charman@edt.org) so we can put you in touch with the relevant Contract Manager.
Quotes taken from the team about working at Education Development Trust include:
‘I love EDT. I’ve been really happy and supported. The company and manager have been amazing’
‘Everyone was approachable and flexible’
‘I enjoyed being part of a team and was made to feel part of a larger organisation’
Deadline for applications: 31 July 2024 (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received)
Dates for interviews to take place will be confirmed in advance.
How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.
Salary & Benefits
Starting salary for level 6 qualified is £30,970 within the London Borough’s per annum FTE (annual increments). Level 4 starting salary is £28,006.
Benefits include:
- 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota)
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Discounted gym memberships
- Health care cash plan
- Retail discounts
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Wellbeing App
Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check.
At Education Development Trust, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and knows they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We’re committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Education Development Trust an inclusive place to work. If you have specific requirements or adjustments, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
