Careers Adviser
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,023 to £31,012 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1AB |
| Company: | NCG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NCG0001220_1771932056 |
Summary
Careers Adviser
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Career Adviser (Maternity Cover)
We are seeking a motivated and student‑centred Careers Adviser to join our Learner Services team for a 12 month fixed term contract (maternity cover). You will play a vital role in providing impartial careers information, advice and guidance to learners, supporting them to make informed decisions about their future.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience providing careers support or guidance to young people - this may be in a school/college setting, youth work, employability programmes, pastoral roles or similar.
- Communicates confidently with 16-19 year‑olds and can build positive, professional relationships.
- Is passionate about supporting learners to progress into further study, apprenticeships or employment.
- Can manage a varied caseload and work well within a supportive team environment.
Qualifications & Development
- A Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance is desirable but not essential.
- To support your development, we will fully fund and support you to complete a Level 3 Information, Advice and Guidance qualification during the 12‑month contract.
- This accredited qualification is yours to keep and will strengthen your future career prospects in the guidance sector.
Why Join Us?
- A supportive, learner‑focused team
- Real experience working in a dynamic FE environment
- Professional development and a recognised IAG qualification
- The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's futures
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:
- Generous Annual Leave
- Flexible Working
- Student Discount
- Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to Work
- Employee Assistance Programme
For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits
NCG VALUES
Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.
- Being both inclusive and diverse
- Trusting and respecting our communities
- Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
- Inspiring excellence and curiosity
For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy
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