Careers Adviser

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Careers Leads to design and implement high-impact careers education programmes aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks.
• Plan and deliver engaging careers assemblies to expand student awareness of post-16 and post-18 pathways.
• Provide impartial, tailored one-to-one career guidance and group sessions to empower student decision-making.
• Accurately record all guidance interactions and student data using Unifrog.
• Offer targeted support for students navigating transitions, including referrals for those with SEND.
• Build and maintain relationships with external agencies and employers to enrich the careers offer.
• Engage parents and carers in the careers guidance process through meetings and events.
• Track and report on student aspirations to inform strategic planning and interventions.

Requirements

• Diploma in Careers Guidance or a Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance.
• Proven experience delivering impartial, personalised career guidance through one-to-one and group sessions.
• Experience delivering assemblies and developing CEIAG within an educational setting.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly within an academy structure.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• A genuine passion for the education and social mobility of young people.

Benefits

• Annual performance and loyalty bonus.
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or LGPS) with generous employer contributions.
• 26 days' annual leave (including Christmas Eve closure) plus bank holidays.
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan covering routine and specialist healthcare.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme and various shopping/travel discounts.
• Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.

About the Company

The Harris Federation is a leading multi-academy trust dedicated to transforming the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. With over 50 schools across London and Essex, we act as a force for social mobility, providing high-quality education to more than 40,000 students. We pride ourselves on an inclusive culture built on excellence, collaboration, support, and innovation.