Career and Progression officer

Location: Portswood

Position:
Careers and Progression Officer

Location:

Southampton, Hampshire

Start Date:

End of February
Contract Type:
Long-term (until July 2026)
Salary:
Up to £27,(Apply online only) per annum

Hours:

08:30 – 16:00, Monday to Friday

About the Role

As a Careers and Progression Officer, you will play a vital role in guiding students through their academic and career pathways. You will lead the provision of high‑quality careers information, advice, and guidance across the college, empowering both young people and adult learners to make informed and confident decisions about their next steps.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading one-to-one and group careers guidance sessions to support both internal and external progression.
Developing and contributing to an innovative career’s strategy across the Trust.
Managing and reporting on internal progression processes for college students.
Conducting termly Gatsby Benchmark audits and ensuring progress toward high-quality guidance standards.
Coordinating the full UCAS process, from application planning to submission.
Providing tailored advice to new applicants during post-16 transition, enrolment, and adult learning enquiries.
Maintaining quality standards and supporting annual Matrix Accreditation reviews.

What You’ll Be Doing

Alongside your careers responsibilities, you will contribute to the wider pastoral care of students by:

Providing wellbeing support and acting as a first point of contact for student concerns.
Signposting students to relevant internal or external support services.
Assisting with attendance, behaviour, and engagement initiatives.
Supporting safeguarding processes and maintaining precise documentation.
Building strong, positive relationships with students, parents, carers, and staff.

About the College

A friendly, inclusive sixth-form college serving the Southampton community.
Dedicated to delivering exceptional education and outstanding pastoral support.
Strong emphasis on wellbeing, safeguarding, and personal development.
Modern facilities and a collaborative, supportive staff team.

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a careers, pastoral, or student support role (education sector experience preferred).
Warm, approachable, and resilient personality.
Confidence working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies.
Excellent organisational, administrative, and communication skills.
A genuine passion for helping young people thrive and progress.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary up to £27,(Apply online only) per annum.
Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent.
Supportive environment with professional development available.
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to young people’s futures.

How to Apply

To apply , contact Daniel on  or send your CV today. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews will take place on a rolling basis