Career Development Professional Apprentice Level 6 August start

What you'll do at work

Undertake the Level 6 Careers Development qualification and develop to deliver effective careers guidance to individuals and groups of learners with diverse support needs Develop and provide Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to learners, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups of students and others requiring additional support Work with outside agencies, including Connexions, and relevant internal staff, such as the college’s alternative provision co-ordinator, to support student transition Monitor and track the progression of specific student groups Collaborate operationally with relevant teams, stakeholders and management to support the achievement of strategic objectives Support IAG activities and service delivery across the college Ensure compliance with approved quality standards and audit requirements by accurately recording guidance delivered and collecting relevant information to evaluate the service Work closely with other support teams within the College to maximise learner support Connect learners with relevant information, resources and opportunities to facilitate progression into further study, training or employment Maintain and develop effective internal and external partnerships to provide learners and staff with accurate, up-to-date advice, information and guidance Collaborate with key staff to organise career-related events and activities

Specific Duties:

Develop as an apprentice by successfully completing both the course level 6 careers development programme and all work-related responsibilities Act as the key point of contact for careers guidance for a group of learners With guidance and support, manage a varied caseload of careers guidance for learners, including tracking the progression of key student groups during transition periods Advise students on progression options and provide information on applications and processes associated with their next steps Support students through their Post 16 and Higher Education applications Contribute to the regular maintenance of careers information and resources by actively researching and reviewing the most up-to-date products and services Develop resources to support students with their career development Organise events to support student progression both within the College and externally. Including follow-up on individual students’ progression plans Advise relevant managers on resource needs related to careers and educational guidance Maintain accurate learner records and provide statistical information on service usage, in line with confidentiality and data protection guidelines Liaise and collaborate with staff across the College to support students’ progress Maintain effective communication with internal teams and external agencies to ensure students receive accurate and up-to-date advice, information, and guidance Assist the relevant managers with various tasks, including working with external agencies and partners to establish networks and ensure effective communication Contribute to enrolment and progression activities, ensuring the quality of guidance provided to learners Collaborate with members of the Student Hub team to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of individual learners, referring to colleagues or external agencies where appropriate Contribute to a wide range of college events such as open days, enrolment and specific employability events Support with the administration and quality assurance of Work Experience placements

Training:

You will receive on the job and off the job training from our experienced team as well as the accredited apprenticeship training provider, Call of The Wild Training. Your success is important to us all, and we will do all we can to support your studies and learning with us. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded the Career Development Apprenticeship Level 6 (degree level).

Training Outcome:

The in-school support is excellent, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with and learn from experts. Previous apprentices have gained employment in the school and are still in post today; whilst this cannot be guaranteed, what we can say is that you will be very well-prepared for the next stage of your career, be that with us or elsewhere.

The position offers you a:

Guarantee of working in a fast-paced environment Chance to develop skills and knowledge in a growing organisation and an opportunity to take on more challenging responsibilities Opportunity to take on more challenging responsibilities

Employer Description:

The City of Leicester College is a vibrant and popular 11–19 school with a commitment to the highest level of pastoral care and academic achievement. We are a truly comprehensive multi-cultural school offering unique opportunities for all students.

Our ‘motto’ Ambition for All reflects our aim to challenge every member of our community to be the best they can be, in every aspect.  This motto is underpinned by our four Character Pillars; Intellectual, Moral, Community and Performance.  We have found time and again that this programme develops academically able students who have the courage to take the opportunities that come their way while being kind to those around them.  This success is shown in our examination results and fantastic character of our students. 

We have an extremely diverse community and respect, civility and honesty are at the heart of what makes The City of Leicester College such a wonderful place to work and to learn.  Students and staff from all backgrounds can come and have their differences respected and their contributions valued.  Student success is numerous and varied; from young sports men and women performing at national level, to academic brilliance gaining places at the Oxbridge Universities. Students excel in the arts, which we are passionate about and see as essential to developing the whole person.

City of Leicester College - Ambition for All

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 4.00pm. Friday, 8.00am to 3.30pm. 39 Weeks per year (Term time + 1 week during holidays to be used flexibly and to include training days).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Build positive relationships