Apprentice Careers Advisor & Work Placement Co-ordinator at Priestley College

About this Role

PRIESTLEY COLLEGE – Apprentice careers Advisor and  Work Placement Co-ordinator

Salary: Point 6 to Point 8 on the NJC Support Staff Pay Scale (£25,558 to £26,343 per annum FTE) Actual £23,780 to £24,510

Closing Date:  Midday, Tuesday 11th August 2026 

 What you'll be doing 

• Helping  to organise careers events, employer talks, open days, transition activities and careers fairs.

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) and Work Experience provision.
• Coordinating work experience, T-Level industry placements and other work-related learning opportunities.
• Completing a Level 6 Career Development Professional Apprenticeship.

What We are Looking For

• Experience in education, youth work, customer service, or support roles
• Understanding of the FE sector
• Knowledge of the CEIAG frameworks
• Clear and confident communication skills

What we offer

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Full NJC terms and conditions for support staff in sixth form colleges.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where safeguarding is a core priority.
• Access to TCAT+, our Reward, Recognition and Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts and benefits, car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme,
• Employee Assistance Programme, and other online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College’.
• An environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where safeguarding is a core priority

Safer Recruitment Statement 

Our College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.