Careers and Employability Advisor

The job requirements are detailed below.

Make a Meaningful Impact Behind the Scenes at Capital City College

About the Role

This role is offered on a part time (0.4 FTE), permanent basis at our Angel Centre. You will work closely with the EEC Manager, curriculum teams and external partners to plan and deliver an engaging careers programme aligned with the Matrix Standard and Gatsby Benchmarks. You will support learners through one-to-one guidance, targeted group sessions and by leading events such as careers fairs, employer talks, and university visits. Supporting the development of employability skills and widening participation will be central to your work. You will need to be confident speaking to groups of students, delivering in classrooms, and representing the service in front of external stakeholders including employers and university partners.

Requirements

• Provide one-to-one careers guidance tailored to individual needs
• Deliver group sessions on HE pathways, apprenticeships, employability and enterprise
• Advise students on Student Finance and bursary support options
• Coordinate careers events, workshops, and university visits
• Develop digital and print resources to support students' career planning
• Work with curriculum teams to embed careers education and support CPD
• Use up-to-date Labour Market Information to inform guidance and teaching
• Monitor impact and contribute to continuous improvement of the service

About the Team

You will join a friendly, professional team committed to delivering high-quality support across the college. Working together, you'll help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team of colleagues who are committed to excellence. The team has a strong collaborative culture, sharing best practice and innovative approaches.

About You

We're looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service.

You will hold a Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance or a Level 4 qualification in Careers Guidance with a clear commitment to undertake Level 6. A Level 4 or above is essential. Applicants without a recognised careers guidance qualification at Level 4 or above will not be shortlisted as you will not meet this requirement. You will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with students from a range of backgrounds. A clear understanding of post-18 pathways including UCAS, apprenticeships and vocational routes is essential. Most importantly, you'll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.

Why Join Capital City College?

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to TELLUS - our discount and wellbeing platform
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
• Medicash health plans - including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone. CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check - with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Apply now for the Careers and Employability Officer role if you're ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic education environment and make a real difference in the lives of our learners!