Careers & World of Work Manager

3 days ago

Milton Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full time

Job Title: Careers & World of Work Manager
Salary: £39,401 per annum
Location: Cambridge

We are currently seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Careers & World of Work Manager to join a highly regarded Further Education provider. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader with strong experience in careers education, advice and guidance, and work experience provision within an FE environment.

This is a full-time, full-year role offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
About the Role The Careers & World of Work Manager will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the organisation’s Careers and World of Work provision. You will manage and coordinate high-quality impartial careers advice, work experience and placement activities, and contribute to the ongoing development of an impactful, modern careers programme.

The role involves leading a team, engaging employers, and ensuring students and apprentices receive exceptional support aligned with industry needs and recognised standards.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing careers advice, guidance, and employability provision
Overseeing work experience and placement activities across the organisation
Ensuring alignment with Gatsby Benchmarks and sector best practice
Leading and supporting staff to deliver a high-quality service
Working effectively with employers, external agencies, and internal stakeholders
Contributing to continuous improvement of the Careers Programme
Ensuring robust systems, processes, and safeguarding practices are maintainedAgile working is available, typically 1 day per week, except during peak periods.

What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have:

Extensive experience managing Careers and Work Experience provision within FE
A Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development
GCSE English and Maths at Grade A–C (or equivalent)
Strong understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks
Ability to build productive relationships with employers and external partners
Exceptional organisational, communication, and leadership skills
Professional integrity, resilience, and a proactive approach
Adaptability and calmness under pressureEmployee Benefits The organisation offers a strong suite of staff benefits, including:

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
Competitive contributory pension schemes (TPS and LGPS)
Discounted Apple products
Free gym membership or discounted classes
Discounted internal courses
BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
Free on-site parking
Retail and online discounts
On-site restaurants and coffee outlets
Employee Assistance Programme
Extensive staff development opportunitiesHow to Apply This role is ideal for an established careers or employability professional ready to take the next step into a strategic management position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality careers and work experience provision and driving positive student outcomes, we welcome your application.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy

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