Careers and Employability Advisor

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting young people to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make informed decisions about their future? We are looking for an experienced and motivated Careers and Employability Adviser to join our dynamic Enterprise, Employability and Careers (EEC) team. This is a key role within our student support services, working with a wide range of learners across post-16 and adult education.

You will provide personalised guidance and coordinate high-quality careers education and employability activities that support progression into university, apprenticeships, employment or enterprise.

This role is offered on a part time (7 hours per week, preferably Friday), fixed term. The contract will end in 29 January 2027.

You will work closely with the EEC Manager, curriculum teams and external partners to plan and deliver an engaging careers programme aligned with the Matrix Standard and Gatsby Benchmarks. You will support learners through one-to-one guidance, targeted group sessions and by leading events such as careers fairs, employer talks, and university visits.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service.

You will hold a Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance: or a Level 4 qualification in Careers Guidance with a clear commitment to undertake Level 6. A Level 4 or above is essential. Applicants without a recognised careers guidance qualification at Level 4 or above will not be shortlisted as you will not meet this requirement. You will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with students from a range of backgrounds.

A clear understanding of post-18 pathways including UCAS, apprenticeships and vocational routes is essential.

Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK's largest FE colleges in the UK, is seeking to appoint a Group Principal. This influential group supports over 35,000 students based across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management.

Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone. CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check - with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

To create a future that's uniquely yours.

As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success.