Careers Advisor

Careers Advisor (Term Time Only)

Hours: 23.5 hours per week (Working 37.65 weeks per year, paid for 46.17 weeks to include annual leave accrual)

Salary: £33,024-£35,103 Full Time Equivalent (Pro Rata Salary- £16,853.62 - £17,914.63)

Pension: 20.8%

Trafford & Stockport College (Stretford Campus)

The Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for a Careers Advisor to provide a comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance Service for all clients of the Group, contributing to success, achievement, retention and progression.

If you are passionate about supporting learners to achieve then there has never been a better time to join Trafford and Stockport College Group.

• Provide an impartial, in‑depth initial guidance service for clients considering entering the Trafford College Group including an assessment of their interests, abilities and aspirations to assist them choose a relevant course of study with appropriate support.
• Provide an on‑going, impartial, in‑depth guidance service to students of all ages and backgrounds with differentiated, targeted follow‑up support, including early intervention for students who are considering leaving their course/s of study or learning.
• Provide help for students at appropriate times during and after their courses are completed to assist them maximise the benefits of their learning and qualifications within education, training and/or employment.

• Hold a Level 6 equivalent qualification in Careers Guidance and Level 2 Maths and English.

• 40 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidised staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free onsite Parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.

Staff at Trafford & Stockport College Group go above and beyond to ensure that our students get the best possible teaching and support to enable them to reach their ambitions. We expect the very highest standards for all students, and this is evidenced year after year by our achievement and progression outcomes. If you are passionate about championing inclusion, fostering positive employee experiences, and making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

TSCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.

The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

The Group will meet the costs associated with this.

Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.

The role is open to direct applicants only.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment **