Careers and Employment Advisor (28 hours)

Job Title: Careers and Employment Advisor - Part TimeSalary: £23,866 to £25,502 per annum28 Hours per WeekLocation: Redditch Careers Hub and various outreach locationsTeam:Skills and EmployabilityFixed Term Contract until 31st March 2028 with a view to extending Careers Worcestershire has a new and exciting role as a Careers and Employment Advisor based at our new Redditch Careers Hub and working in various community locations in Redditch. Supporting young people aged 16-24 into positive destinations to achieve their career aspirations. As a Careers and Employment advisor you will be part of a dynamic team using our young person centred approach that supports young people into employment, education or training. Careers Worcestershire provides young people with a safe, friendly, inclusive, and welcoming environment where they can access helpful support and advice. In delivering the role, you will empower young people (aged 16-24) through group and individual mentoring sessions.We know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything we have described below, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working directly with young people aged 16-24, being able to engage and relate well to this age group, including those who are vulnerable or in crisis.You will ideally have experience of delivering 1:1 or group mentoring sessions and knowledge of the fundamentals of mentoring and youth work, along with experience of designing and developing resources for young people. For further information please contact: Jennie Ellis [email protected] & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.Application Closing Date: Sunday 23rd August 2026Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 7th September 2026