Job Title: Careers and World of Work Manager

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Salary: £39,401 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, all year-round
Description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Careers and World of Work Manager to lead and develop a high-quality careers, employability, and progression service within a further education setting. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting students and apprentices to make informed decisions about their education, training, and future careers.

You will manage and coordinate the Careers and World of Work provision and the team delivering the service, ensuring learners receive impartial, high-quality advice and guidance that supports their work readiness and progression into employment, higher education, or further training.

Key Duties

Lead the delivery of high-quality, impartial careers advice and guidance for current and prospective students and apprentices
Manage and motivate the Careers and World of Work team to deliver a professional, customer-focused service
Ensure the service meets the needs of a diverse range of learners through drop-in sessions, events, digital channels, and targeted interventions
Oversee work experience and placement activity, ensuring high-quality opportunities are available for students on Study Programmes
Contribute to the ongoing development of the Careers Programme
Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks and standards, including the Gatsby Benchmarks, Matrix Standard, and Institute of Career Guidance Code of Ethics
Lead operational delivery of projects supporting progression to higher education, including widening participation initiatives
Work collaboratively with curriculum teams, student services, and external partners to support learner progression and outcomes
Represent the service at open events, enrolment sessions, careers fairs, and promotional activities
Monitor and review policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with current guidance and legislation
Manage the service budget and approve expenditure in line with financial regulations
Develop and monitor quality improvement systems to ensure consistently high service standards
Oversee data recording, monitoring, and reporting using college systems
Produce internal and external reports, including submissions to senior leadership and external bodies
Monitor health and safety processes related to work experience and report incidents as required.

Key Skills and Experience Required

Proven experience managing careers, employability, or student services provision
Strong leadership and people management skills
In-depth knowledge of CEIAG frameworks, including Gatsby Benchmarks and Matrix Standard
Experience working with a diverse range of learners and stakeholders
Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills
Confidence managing budgets, data, and quality assurance processes
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and student wellbeing

Additional Information

This role is permanent, all year-round. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, which is renewed in line with safeguarding requirements. xbpsjku

Morgan Parkes Recruitment Ltd operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are eligible to live and work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer.