Careers Advisor at Bradon Forest School

This is an exciting opportunity for a Careers Advisor to work in a school that places a strong emphasis on personal development, wellbeing and collaboration.

As Careers Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in helping students realise their ambitions and make confident, informed decisions about their future. You will deliver a high-quality, impartial Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) service that enables students to make informed decisions about their future education, training and employment pathways. The postholder will work collaboratively with staff, parents, employers and external organisations to support students' progression.

We understand that we need to support staff to achieve our goals and have in place a professional development programme that offers internal and external opportunities to develop the talents and skills of all our staff.

We seek applicants for our roles who share our vision and values.

Why work for us?

·     Internal career opportunities

·     Good opportunities for personal and career development 

·     Employee assistance programme

·     Flexible working opportunities and a genuine commitment to family and work/life balance

·     The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well-run and respected school

·     Nationally negotiated cost of living pay

·     Automatic enrolment to the teacher or local government pension schemes

·     Generous holiday allowance for support staff

·     Recognition of local government continuous service

Cycle to work scheme

A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.  

The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this obligation. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

 We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to consider any reasonable adjustments you require so please ask us during your interview.  

 Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.