Trainee Careers Adviser Plymouth and surrounding areas

Job Description

At Education Development Trust we employ great people from different walks of life who are passionate about their jobs and also helping those who are looking for their next opportunity. We are very proud of our diverse workforce and we promote a flexible working environment and fully understand how important it is to fit work around family life and other commitments, especially in the current climate.2021 so far has been very challenging for all industries and their employees, leaving many people worried about their future and facing an unexpected job search, which is why it is a great time to join our team of Careers Advisers here at the Education Development Trust. This is a very busy time for us and we have some very exciting and interesting opportunities for both qualified and non-qualified candidates who are now looking for their next role. If you have previously been working in a retail, hospitality, travel care or customer care environment or have experience in the employability sector and are looking for a new challenge then we would like to hear from you. The role will provide you with the opportunity to build on your existing skill set and knowledge, at the same time as accessing accredited learning. Becoming a qualified Career Development Professional could provide the progression opportunity you are looking for.Our Careers Advisers are expected to work flexibly and independently but will be supported as part of the wider team. Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with adults on an individual and group basis.You will:- enjoy working with people to help them achieve their ambitions- have a professional but friendly attitude- have an open-mind and be non-judgemental- want to make a difference and be able to bring out the best in others- be approachable and articulate- be organised and methodical- have excellent administration and IT skills- have demonstrable experience in the use of social media platforms- have a willingness to learn about the world of career information, advice & guidance for adults- have a collaborative approach and be able to demonstrate building and maintaining effective internal and/or external relationships- have access to your own vehicle and a full driving license (due to COVID-19 Advisers will be working remotely initially but travel is essential once relevant community venues etc reopen).This position is to cover Plymouth and surrounding areas so travel will be expected to different locations.In return we offer a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance (30 days & bank holidays), a 6% matched pension scheme and a range of other voluntary benefits.In addition, we offer excellent training and family friendly policies to support flexible working and a range of health and discount benefits, including study leave to support your training in careers advice.Covid -19 Notice: Education Development Trust is following the Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) very closely. We continue to monitor the situation, along with the guidance provided by the UK Government, and are currently arranging virtual interviews for candidates until we can safely revert back to our standard assessment days .We also appreciate that if we are able to safely interview face-to-face, your personal situation may require you to stay at home and therefore you will be invited to interview virtually.Job Type: Permanent/full timeDeadline for applications: 14th March 2021 (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received)Interviews: last 2 weeks of MarchHow to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.COVID-19: We continue to follow the guidance from the UK Government and will be conducting most interviews virtually. Education Development Trust supports flexible working, with the majority of colleagues continuing to work from home throughout this pandemic.Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and for applicable roles, successful candidates are subject to relevant criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service Required skills

Adults

Employment Training

Welfare

Workforce

Career Skills

Keyskills :
Adults Employment Training Welfare Wkfce Career Skills