Student Adviser (Careers

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

B &FC are looking for a part time Student Adviser to join our Student Services Team.

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires the ability to work across all College campuses and engage confidently with a wide range of learners from Entry Level through to Level 6, including 16-18, Adult, HE students, apprentices and alumni. You will also provide IAG to vulnerable learners as part of the college’s inclusion strategy. You will be comfortable talking to students in a 1:1 setting, as well as presenting information to large groups of students, delivering engaging careers-related sessions and events that inspire learners to achieve their goals.

The role offers flexibility and variety, with occasional evening and weekend work to support College events and activities. As travel between campuses is a requirement of the role, access to a car would be advantageous.

We are committed to professional development and welcome applicants who are willing to work towards a Level 6 Career Development Professional Degree Apprenticeship, providing an excellent opportunity to develop a recognised professional qualification while making a positive impact on students' futures.

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
• An excellent pension scheme
• Professional development and funded training opportunities
• Flexible working options and family‑friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

At B &FC, you’ll join a values‑led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward‑thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B &FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.

Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work Certified.

• Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full‑time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension scheme:
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 8.1% employer contribution
• Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B &FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
• Agile working opportunities
• Internal Coaching Service
• Enhanced Family friendly policies
• Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
• Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Occupational Health
• FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
• FREE eye tests
• Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
• FREE healthy breakfast
• Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
• Health and beauty salon
• Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
• Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
• FREE car parking
• Car lease scheme
• Cycle to…