Careers Adviser

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an enthusiastic part-time Careers Adviser to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Careers Team, working two days a week. In this key position, you will work at Harris Lowe Academy Willesden in the London Borough of Brent , supporting students to make informed, ambitious and aspirational decisions about their futures. We would be delighted to hear from you if you are a qualified Level 6 Careers Adviser or Senior Level 6 Careers Adviser:
Level 6 : £31,000-£36,000 FTE Senior Level 6: £37,000-£42,000 FTE Flexibility regarding term-time-only working arrangements would be considered. 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 its further education, apprenticeships, trainee ships or employment, youll 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 r 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.

Job requirements MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include:
Working with each academys 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. ? 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…