Student Advisor - Careers

Student Advisor - Careers at The Bedford College Group

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Central Bedfordshire College – Dunstable Kingsway Campus

Student Advisor – Careers

Between £27,717 and £32,515 per annum (Pro‑Rata) DOE and Qualification, 27 days annual leave (Pro‑Rata) plus Bank holidays, People's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities.

22.5 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Permanent – Part Time

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

We are currently seeking a Student Advisor (Careers) to join our Student Services department at The Bedford College Group.

• Careers Guidance & Programme Delivery – Support the Student Advisor Team Leader in designing and delivering a cross‑college careers programme, offering impartial IAG to students and applicants through 1:1, group sessions and tutorial‑based activities.
• Pastoral, Welfare & Financial Support – Provide personalised support or referral for pastoral, welfare and financial needs, including bursaries, transport, benefits advice and HE funding guidance, ensuring the student experience remains central.
• Progression, HE & Data Management – Assist with UCAS applications, research progression routes, produce reports and statistical returns, update HE guides and contribute to strategies that raise aspirations and promote progression into HE, work or training.
• Safeguarding, Compliance & Customer Service – Maintain accurate safeguarding records, ensure information shared with students is up to date, uphold College policies, support quality processes and deliver excellent customer service across all touchpoints.
• Collaboration, Events & College‑Wide Support – Work closely with internal teams and external agencies, support enrolment, open days and events, contribute to staff development, represent the College externally and provide flexible cover within Student Services.

• Qualifications & Career Development – L2 English and maths, Level 3 subject qualification, and Level 6 Careers/IAG qualification (or willingness to work towards), plus Youth Mental Health First Aid certification.
• Experience with Learners & Diverse Groups – Successful experience supporting young people and adults 1:1 and in groups, with a strong track record of working effectively in diverse, customer‑focused environments.
• Communication, Administration & IT Skills – Strong administrative ability, attention to detail, confident written and verbal communication (including letters and professional phone manner), and competent use of Word, spreadsheets and databases.
• Teamwork, Leadership & Problem‑Solving – Ability to motivate others, use initiative, solve problems, organise events and activities, meet deadlines, and contribute positively as part of a whole‑college team.
• Professionalism, Flexibility & Reliability – Friendly, outgoing and flexible approach, able to travel across sites, with good attendance and timekeeping records and a practical, organised working style.

Interviews to be held: TBC

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
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• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating…