careers & world of work manager.

Careers & World of Work Manager

£37,705 per annum

Cambridge

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for guiding students toward a successful future?

Do you have the drive to develop and manage a high-quality careers and work-readiness program?

Are you ready to make a significant impact by empowering students to make informed choices about their education, training, and employment?

If so, we want to hear from you!

An exciting opportunity is available for a proactive Careers & World of Work Manager to join a Student Services department. We are seeking a dedicated and visionary individual to lead and coordinate our careers provision, ensuring current and prospective students and apprentices receive exceptional advice and guidance. This is a chance to shape a service that directly supports young people in achieving their full potential and becoming work-ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Innovate: Manage the Careers & World of Work provision and its staff, delivering high-quality, impartial advice and guidance. You'll also lead the continuous development of our Careers Programme, focusing on the Gatsby Benchmarks 5-8.
• Support Student Progression: Oversee the sourcing of high-quality work placements for students on Study Programmes and T Levels. You'll work collaboratively with curriculum colleagues and business partners to support student progression to employment, higher education, or internal courses.
• Ensure Excellence: Guarantee that our service meets the needs of a diverse range of clients through various channels, including 'drop-in' sessions, live chat, and a robust program of careers events. You'll ensure the service consistently meets the standards of the Matrix Standard and the Institute of Careers Guidance Code of Ethics.
• Manage and Report: Take responsibility for the budget, workload management, and reporting to senior management on team performance and service quality. You'll also lead the operational plans for projects designed to support students' progression to higher education.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing and coordinating a careers or guidance service.
• A strong understanding of careers education, guidance best practices, and relevant frameworks like the Gatsby Benchmarks.
• The ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a customer-focused and professional service.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• A willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• The chance to lead a vital service and make a significant, positive difference in the lives of our students.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a strong focus on professional development.
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated and passionate team committed to student success.
• £300 Refer A Friend scheme

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual ready to support students with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or email Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.

Randstad Education is the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.