Location
Putney, South West London

Hours
Term time only, 1 day a week (7.4 hours per week) starting September 2025

Salary
Starting salary circa £31,000 per annum (FTE, based on Level 6 qualification)

About the Role
We are recruiting an experienced Level 6 (CIAG) Qualified Careers Adviser to join the Education Development Trust youth careers team from Summer 2025. You will provide careers advice, guidance and support to individuals and groups of young people at school or college. Key duties include conducting one-to-one guidance interviews and action planning with Year 11 and 12 students, including SEND, young carers and vulnerable students; supporting parents' events and open evenings; maintaining the careers library and display boards; contributing to newsletters and engaging parents in their daughters’ careers education; sharing labour market information via Year Group Teams; completing CPD relevant to the role and school needs; supporting the Careers Leader in meeting Gatsby Benchmarks; organising annual Careers Fair, career information talks, Year 8 Careers morning, and Year 10 Interview Day in preparation for work experience; and supporting Careers Compass evaluations and reporting on student feedback. You will work flexibly and independently as part of a wider team, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits
30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
2 volunteering days (pro rata)
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Discounted gym memberships
Health care cash plan
Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing app

Additional Information
Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates will undergo the relevant criminal record checks, including a minimum basic DBS check. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported to reach their full potential. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and provide adjustments to support your application if required. We are proud members of the Disability Confident employer scheme.

Experience
Experience working with young people, preferably in a school or college setting.
Experience of working with vulnerable groups and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

About you
Ability to engage and inspire young people, including those with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds, as well as their parents/carers.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional commitment to children's rights, equal opportunities and diversity.
Ability to work flexibly and independently while being part of a wider team.
Demonstrated ability to support Careers Leaders in implementing and enhancing school careers programmes to meet Gatsby Benchmarks.
Capable of undertaking administration duties to ensure delivery evidence is complete and compliant with contract and quality standards.

Qualifications
Level 6 qualification in careers guidance (CIAG) required.
Right to work in the UK at the time of application (no sponsorship available).