Careers and Lead Adviser

Ready to make a real difference in Bradford? We’re seeking a proactive and inspiring Careers & Employment Lead Adviser who brings passion, leadership, and a commitment to improving outcomes for local residents. We’re especially keen to hear from highly experienced operational managers who are ready for a new challenge, thrive in a target‑driven fast paced environment, and enjoy leading people to achieve great results.

In this role, you’ll lead a team of Employment and Careers Advisers, driving high‑quality support across the district and ensuring our services make a real impact. Our teams are active in localities, meaning our Lead Advisers spend time both in the office and in the community. This isn’t a home-based role.

• Provide clear, confident leadership to a team of Employment and Careers Advisers, inspiring high performance and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional IAG across Bradford.
• Drive a culture of accountability and excellence, ensuring performance management processes are robust, supportive, and focused on continuous improvement.
• Lead on setting direction and priorities, translating strategic goals into practical actions that deliver meaningful outcomes for residents.
• Champion professional development, coaching and supporting staff to grow their skills, confidence, and impact.
• Strengthen partnerships and raise the profile of the service, representing Skills House with credibility and building collaborative relationships across the district.

• Experience in leading people to achieve collective and individual goals.
• Strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working.
• Knowledge of the careers and employability landscape across all age-groups.
• Ability to lead, influence and support others to achieve great outcomes.
• Strategic thinking and confidence working across diverse settings.
• Level 6 qualification in Information, Advice and Guidance (or equivalent).

Candidates invited to interview will deliver a short presentation (topic provided in advance).

An enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be sought for appointees to this post.

For more information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Richard Miller on or ri

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