Careers Advisor (Northamptonshire) Job at Northampton Business Directory in Nort

Overview

Careers Advisor - Northamptonshire

Salary: £28,700 - £32,031

Location: Northamptonshire (with travel across the county approx. 3 days per week)

Contract: 12 month FTC (likely to extend)

FIND are a specialist staffing business, servicing the Skills & Employability markets across the UK. We\'re representing a market-leading not-for-profit training provider that delivers innovative adult skills and employability programmes across the Midlands.

With a strong reputation for helping people gain new skills and move into sustainable employment, this organisation works closely with government departments, employers, and local partners to support individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.

The Role

We\'re recruiting a Careers Advisor to join the Northamptonshire delivery team. You\'ll provide high-quality careers information, advice, and guidance (IAG) to adults across a range of community locations - including Jobcentres, partner organisations, and education providers.

You\'ll use your knowledge of local labour market trends to help individuals understand their options, make informed career decisions, and progress into learning or work. This is a varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Responsibilities

• Delivering both group sessions and 1:1 guidance to adults, covering topics such as employability, upskilling, and education pathways.
• Promoting the service to local partners and organisations to increase referrals.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders including Jobcentre Plus, training providers, colleges, and community organisations.
• Supporting contract performance targets by helping individuals achieve positive learning and job outcomes.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with DfE, Ofsted, and Matrix quality standards.
• Using labour market information to inform delivery and inspire customers.

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience providing careers information, advice and guidance, or working in employability, training, or FE.
• A proactive and engaging communication style — confident delivering group sessions.
• Knowledge of local employment opportunities and education pathways.
• Flexibility, creativity, and resilience in a target-driven environment.
• A driving licence and access to a car (travel expenses paid at 45p per mile).
• Level 4 or Level 6 IAG qualification is desirable, but training can be provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Salary: £28,700 - £32,031 per annum
• Pension: 5% employer / 3% employee contribution (Salary Sacrifice Pension Plus Scheme)
• Annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years, and 33 days after 10 years)
• Health cover: Westfield Health insurance (includes optical, dental, and 24/7 counselling)
• Rewards & Discounts: Access to 450+ retailer offers
• Additional leave: Option to purchase extra holiday
• Travel support: Discounted travel scheme with Nottingham City Transport
• Refer a Friend: £250 voucher scheme
• Volunteering: 1 day per year to support a charitable cause
• Recognition: Monthly, annual, and long service awards

Why Join Them?

This is a great opportunity to join a highly respected training organisation with over 350 staff and a turnover of £20m, delivering major employability and skills contracts across the region. They\'re passionate about reducing unemployment and helping people build better futures - and you could play a key role in that mission.