Careers Officer
6 days ago
West Bromwich
Application Deadline: 6 October 2026 Department: Central Student Services Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Sandwell College Compensation: £34,503 - £40,016 / year Sandwell College Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Careers Officer to join and Careers Team on a full time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering the College Group's Careers Strategy, Careers Plan, and Careers Education Programme while providing impartial, confidential, and high-quality Information, advice and Guidance (IAG) services to learners across our campuses. • Deliver one-to-one careers guidance and group sessions., • Support the delivery of the College's Careers Education Programme., • Coordinate careers events, workshops, and UCAS activities., • Build relationships with employers, universities, and external organisations., • Monitor and report on learner engagement, progression, and careers-related KPIs., • Support the College in meeting Gatsby Benchmarks and careers quality standards., • Attend external meetings and represent the College when required., • Keep learners and staff informed about career opportunities, labour market trends, and progression routes., • Level 6 qualification in Advice and Guidance (or equivalent)., • Careers Guidance qualification, ideally at Level 6., • Experience delivering careers advice and guidance in an educational setting., • Experience working with young people, including those with additional needs., • Experience of UCAS processes and higher education progression., • Knowledge of Gatsby Benchmarks and careers quality frameworks., • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle or ability to travel to our different sites., • Top-Tier Salaries - We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around, • Unbeatable Time Off - Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas - because work-life balance is essential, • Fast-Track Your Career - Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed, • Cycle to Work Scheme - A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute, • Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services - Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more, • Fitness Perks - Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best, • Generous Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles, • Retail & Travel Discounts - Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount, • Free Will Writing - We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning, • Free Flu Vaccine - Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you, • Wellbeing Support - Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health, • We Celebrate You! - We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year. #J-18808-Ljbffr