Careers Advisor

CIAG Careers Advisor

Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK

Salary: SCP 15 - 24 £29,093 - £34,314 FTE (£25,665 - £30,217 Actual Pro Rata Salary)

Education Phase: Secondary

Working Pattern: Full-Time - We offer flexible working opportunities and will consider 2 x Part-time positions as well as Full-time applications

Contract Type: Permanent

Application Deadline: Sunday, 27th April 2025

Interview Date: W/C 7th May 2025

About Us

Aldridge Education is a family of schools, locally within the Northwest including Darwen Aldridge Community Academy, Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, Darwen Vale High School, and Sudell Primary School. Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential.

About The Role

An opportunity has arisen to join the national team employed by Aldridge Education as CIAG Careers Advisor. We are looking for a self-motivated, innovative Careers Advisor covering Darwen Aldridge Community Academy, Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, and Darwen Vale High School. Regular travel between sites will be required.

As a key member of the Personal Development team, you will guide young people in making successful, aspirational plans for their next steps. Responsibilities include arranging, conducting, and recording careers meetings across all age groups, and supporting the Careers Leader with career-related activities to support the strategic careers plan.

You will lead on 1-2-1 careers meetings, group work with younger students, and some work supporting parents/careers. You will also work alongside sixth form teams to ensure pupils are ready for their next steps with university, apprenticeships, or employment. There will be careers events both in person and virtually, and you may be required to support with these.

This new position welcomes individuals who can bring their own ideas to positively contribute to the career's education of all pupils. The role is term time + INSET + 1 Week including results days (40 weeks), with negotiation around additional weeks/full-time for candidates able to offer additional careers-related services to schools.

Benefits
Join the Aldridge Education Family!

Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

• Aldridge Benefits Scheme in Partnership with Sodexo - Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Your wellbeing matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
• Flexible Working Opportunities - Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
• Free On-Site Parking - No more hunting for parking, we've got your spot covered.
• Good local transport links - Local train and bus links.
• Staff Recognition - Aldridge Appreciates.
• Generous Annual Leave - Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
• Pension Schemes - Secure your future with access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them onboard!

When you click apply, you will be redirected to our careers site where you can complete your application.