Careers Advisor and University Counsellor

1 month ago

Wokingham, United Kingdom Reddam House Berkshire Full time

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Careers Advisor and University Counsellor to join our team at Reddam House Berkshire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing independent and impartial careers guidance to students aged 11-18, supporting them in making well-informed decisions about their future academic and career paths. The candidate should hold a qualification in careers guidance and also possess expertise in the UCAS application process for UK universities and be well-versed in the Common App process for universities in the USA and Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

1.     Career Guidance:

·      Offer personalised and comprehensive careers advice to students, taking into account their individual interests, skills, and aspirations.

·      Conduct one-on-one and group sessions to discuss career options, academic pathways, and vocational opportunities.

·      Stay updated on industry trends, labour market demands, and educational requirements to provide effective guidance.

2.     University Counselling:

They should assist the Head of 6th Form in;

·      Assisting students in navigating the UCAS application process for UK universities and colleges.

·      Guiding students through the Common App process for universities in the USA, ensuring a clear understanding of admission requirements and procedures.

·      Providing support in preparing and submitting university applications, including personal statements and recommendation letters.

·      Contribute to the Oxbridge programme, including helping prepare students for admissions tests

3.     Additional Responsibilities:

·      Maintain placement records, produce reports about placements and update school profile (including on the school internet page and online profile).

·      Maintain credit checks.

·      Be responsible for the delivery of independent and impartial careers information, advice, and guidance at Reddam House Berkshire.

·      Lead in providing careers information, advice, and guidance at Reddam House Berkshire.

·      Lead the overall strategic direction and delivery of Careers at Reddam House Berkshire.

·      Make students aware of work experience opportunities that are available

·      Be responsible for employer engagement to support the school's careers programme.

4.     Main Responsibilities:

·      Lead the strategic planning and delivery of Careers at Reddam House Berkshire.

·      Complete statutory, impartial careers interviews with students in Year 10 or 11.

·      Provide opportunities for careers interviews at Sixth Form and Middle school where deemed appropriate.

·      Develop an appropriate system for recording interviews and producing individual action plans.

·      Provide advice clinics at Reddam House Berkshire, supporting students and staff with pathways, training routes, the job market, CV writing, and application support.

·      Support with the delivery of assemblies, signposting services, and the provision of specific careers-related resources.

·      Be available to provide support at GCSE and A Level Options Evenings for offering advice and guidance to parents.

·      Assist the Head of 6th Form with post-18 options, including the UCAS process and support for Apprenticeship applications.

·      Provide 1:1 careers advice on A-Level and GCSE result days (August).

·      Liaise with schools, employers, and professional services to support the facilitation visiting career speakers as part of the wider Careers programme.

 

·      Lead the Careers Programme to ensure coverage of the Gatsby Benchmarks.

·      Plan and implement careers events in line with key dates such as Careers Week and National Apprenticeship Week.

·      Communicate with key stakeholders and promote the Careers Programme through various means, e.g., Careers section in the school Newsletter.

·      Report regularly to the school leadership on university/college applications and placements

·      Keep up-to-date on issues and trends related to University placement through professional development and attending local conferences.

·      Complete all student reports and mid-year reports requested by the school

·      Be available for parent conferences and "drop-ins" ("Open Door" policy).

·      Coordinate Oxbridge and similar admissions tests.

·      Communicating, in a supportive way, decisions taken by the school leadership team.

·      Contributing to the building of an open, responsive and welcoming ethos for the school towards stakeholders.

·      Organising university tours and visits.

·      Work closely with Inspired schools and Head Office

·      Any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Principal.

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