Careers Advisor (Stroud Campus)

Location
Stroud
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Annual leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
 
Full job description
SGS has an exciting opportunity at our Stroud campus for a Careers Advisor

Careers Advisor

Reference: REQ001271
Location: Stroud Campus
FTE Salary: Up to £32,040.00 (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
( Job share and Term-time will be considered )

SGS is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Financial Rewards and Benefits
Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners' lives
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 16% employer contributions
25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 academic years) + 8 bank holidays (FTE)
2-week Christmas closedown supported by discretionary closure days
Extensive CPD with 25% tuition discount for immediate family
Family-friendly policies and flexible working support
'My Lifestyle' discounted shopping, cycle to work, and technology schemes
Free annual eye test
TOTUM card access (NUS Extra)
Supportive staff networks and inclusive community
Free car parking at all campuses (except Queens Road Art School)
Access to external wellbeing resources
Subsidised onsite catering including Costa Coffee
South Gloucestershire & Stroud College is highly regarded for delivering education and apprenticeships across a range of subjects - from Business to Sport, Construction to Media, GCSEs to Degree-level programmes.

Our staff are committed to helping students and colleagues reach their goals. We are proud of our Good" Ofsted rating and are working toward Outstanding".

More info: www.sgscol.ac.uk
Careers Team: www.sgscol.ac.uk/careers

About the Role

You'll become an integral part of a dynamic, growing, and friendly careers team. Working within a 10-person professional team, you'll deliver high-quality CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance) services to students - especially those aged 16 to 1+ who require support to realise and expand their aspirations.

You'll develop and deliver creative CEIAG activities, tools, and guidance sessions through both one-to-one and group settings.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

( Full list available in the Job Description )
Join SGS during an exciting phase of growth and innovation, including major investments in new facilities
Become an active member of the 10-person Careers Team with regular CPD and peer support
Collaborate with academic and pastoral teams to support student decision-making
Create engaging CEIAG activities, digital resources, and tailored advice sessions
Guide students in setting and achieving ambitious, future-facing goals
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

( Full list available in the Person Specification )
Qualified or working toward Level 6 or 7 in Careers Guidance (or equivalent coaching qualification)
Experience providing guidance to 16-1+-year-old students
Knowledge of careers resources and services supporting pathways to education and work
Experience working in a school or FE setting
Skilled in using careers software for 1:1 support
Confident delivering careers presentations and workshops
Outgoing, personable, and supportive
Application Deadline: Tuesday 1st July 2025
Interview Date: Monday 7th July 2025
Contact: [email protected]

Important Notice:
Employment is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS check, and pre-employment screening in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.