Send Careers Adviser

**Job Title: Careers Adviser (SEND & Behavioural Needs Specialist)**
**Location**: West Lancashire
**Hours**: 37.5 hours per week, **term time only**
**Contract Type**: Self-employed; contracted.
**Salary**: £100-£130 per day (depending on qualifications and experience)
**Start Date**: 1st September 2025

**About Us**

**Career North Ltd** is a small but passionate and innovative business based in Sefton, Merseyside. We specialise in delivering high-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance to young people across schools and educational settings in the North West. Our work is **creative, supportive and collaborative**, and we are deeply committed to empowering students to make informed choices about their futures.

As we continue to grow, we are looking to recruit a **Qualified Careers Adviser** or a **Trainee Careers Adviser** working towards a Level 4 or Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance, to join our expanding team and support our mission.

**About the Role**

This is a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated individual with **experience of working with students with SEND and/or behavioural needs**, particularly in **special schools**, **Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)** or alternative provision.

You will work in a range of education settings across **West Lancashire**, delivering tailored information, advice and guidance to support young people in their personal, academic and career development.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provide one-to-one and group careers guidance using a variety of delivery methods (face-to-face, telephone, virtual, etc.)
- Deliver presentations and workshops to small and large student groups (training and support provided)
- Plan and deliver targeted support for young people with additional needs, including those with EHCPs
- Work collaboratively with schools, SENCOs, support staff, and external agencies
- Attend parent/carer events and support whole-school careers activities
- Maintain accurate client records using designated information systems
- Promote the values and services of Career North to schools, students and stakeholders
- Participate in continuous professional development and regular supervision sessions
- Comply with safeguarding, health & safety, and equality & diversity policies

**Person Specification**

**Essential**:

- A genuine passion for working with young people and helping them succeed
- Experience supporting young people with SEND and/or behavioural needs in an educational or advisory setting
- Minimum qualifications: A Level or BTEC Level 3, plus GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
- Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel across Sefton and Lancashire
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and independently

**Desirable**:

- Level 4 or 6 Qualification in Careers Guidance (or working towards)
- Previous experience in a Careers Adviser role
- Knowledge of special school or PRU environments

**What We Offer**
- On-the-job training and CPD opportunities
- Support to complete a relevant Careers Guidance qualification (if applicable)
- A supportive, friendly and growth-oriented working environment
- Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

**How to Apply**

Please send your CV and a **covering letter** explaining:

- Why you want to work in this role
- Your motivation to work with young people with SEND and/or behavioural needs
- Any relevant or transferable experience

**Previous applicants need not apply.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance

Pay: £100.00-£130.00 per day

Additional pay:

- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Will you be able to reliably commute within the West Lancashire District (including Sefton and Lancashire) as required for this job?
- Describe why you believe you are suitable for this role. Please include any experience you feel would be relevant to the position.

**Education**:

- A-Level or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- working with students/young people: 1 year (required)
- SEN/SEND: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025