Careers Advisor

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

What you'll do

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality careers guidance and supporting our college-wide careers strategy. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting delivery of the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks and maintaining our Matrix quality standard
• Providing 1:1 and group guidance to students across all levels of education
• Helping students explore and progress into Higher Education, Apprenticeships or Employment ensuring they are informed, confident and prepared for their next steps· Delivering services face-to-face, by phone or virtually via Teams
• Using digital platforms to extend the reach of our careers service
• Designing and delivering high-impact careers events and activities ensuring that they meet individual needs and aspirations
• Collaborating with curriculum managers, student experience leads, and the wider Student Services team· Supporting improved outcomes for priority groups, including vulnerable learners, those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and students facing barriers to progression

You’ll be expected to work both flexibly and independently, while being fully supported by a collaborative network 

Who we're looking for

In this fast paced role, you should enjoy working with a wide range of students to support and guide them to navigate their way through a range of careers education experiences. You should be an experienced, motivational, enthusiastic and flexible Careers Advisor who:

• Has a Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance (or is currently working towards it with completion within 6 months of starting the role)
• Brings experience of working with young people and adults across all levels of education in both 1:1 and group settings
• Has a strong understanding of local labour markets and current developments in careers education
• Is confident working independently and flexibly across multiple campuses
• Has excellent networking and collaboration skills
• Is committed to inclusive practice, with experience supporting vulnerable learners and those with SEN

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Taniqua Wint (Senior Careers and Schools Team Leader) on taniqua.wint@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews /Assessments are planned for: 4th June 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £29,290 to £33,602 FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave 
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.
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We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability