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Careers Assistant

Job Introduction

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Reporting to:

Careers Leader

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Careers Assistant to support the delivery of our careers programme across the College. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping students access high-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance, including work experience, careers events, and post-16 progression opportunities.

Working closely with the Careers Leader, you will provide administrative support, maintain careers records and track systems, coordinate careers-related activities, and help ensure students are fully supported as they plan their future education and career pathways.

Working time:

18 hours per week, ~ 39 weeks per year

When the hours are worked can be discussed at interview.

Salary/grade:

£24,796 fte

Pro Rata ~ £10,346 (pay award pending)

Scale B

Main Key Responsibilities

Provide general admin support to the careers leader across the careers programme.
Manage and maintain management information systems
Liaise with employers, training providers, Colleges and Universities to coordinate careers visits and activities.
Work with Careers Leader organising and supporting careers events
Maintain accurate student records.
Assist with required returns to the Local Authority and others.
Be part of a professional and welcoming service to internal and external stakeholders.
Accompany and support students attending off-site interviews and careers events when required.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
The ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment.
A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to work.
Previous experience in a similar role (school experience is desirable but not essential).

We Offer

Generous annual leave entitlement
Generous LGPS scheme
A friendly and supportive work environment where staff feel valued
Good training & development opportunities
Discounted childcare in our on-site nursery
Discounted use of our sport and fitness facilities
Cycle to work scheme and tech schemes
Free parking & many other benefits

The college had its latest Ofsted inspection in December 2023. The college was judged to be a strongly “Good” school. The report validated our own assessment of the college – there were no surprises! It described Wyvern well:

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a disclosure and barring service check. All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.

Application packs available from www.wyverncollege.org.uk/recruitment

Please note: CVs will not be accepted as an alternative form of application and will not be placed into shortlisting

Closing Date Tuesday 4th August 2026

Disclaimer: We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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