Celtic FC Foundation is committed to creating positive change in the lives of individuals from disadvantaged communities. Our key priority areas are poverty and inclusion, and as such, our projects aim to reduce social inequality and improve quality of life through initiatives in education, employment, disability, health, and well-being.
To enhance the impact of these initiatives and to provide targeted support to individuals seeking to overcome barriers to training, education, and employment, we are seeking to hire an Opportunities Advisor. This key role will work across all Celtic FC Foundation projects to deliver tailored support to participants, helping them access opportunities that will lead to positive destinations as well as meaningful employment.
Key accountabilities
Many of the individuals engaged with Celtic FC Foundation face significant barriers to progression, including a lack of qualifications, life skills, and guidance. While our projects offer valuable resources, the complexities of each participant’s circumstances often require bespoke one-to-one support to ensure successful outcomes.
Our Opportunities Advisor will provide that essential support acting as a bridge between participants and external training providers, educational institutions, and employers. Our advisor will offer individual needs analysis, action planning and goal setting, career advice, and identify appropriate training opportunities. The post holder will also guide participants through college and job applications, interviews, and the transition into the workforce or an alternative positive destination bespoke to the stage and needs of the individual. The Opportunities Advisor will also manage our ‘Next Steps Award’ which will provide a budget to support individuals on their journey, e.g. interview clothes, mobile phone, travel costs, food, essentials, and equipment.
Key tasks include:
* Provide Person Centred Support: Offer tailored advice and mentoring to individuals across various projects to help them access training, education, and job opportunities.
* Increase Positive Destination Outcomes: Ensure that participants receive the support needed to gain meaningful training, education, or employment opportunities.
* Enhance Project Impact: Strengthen the overall outcomes of Celtic FC Foundation’s initiatives by addressing the barriers to education and employment.
* Support Long-Term Sustainability: Equip individuals with the skills, confidence, and networks needed for long-term success.
* Ensure all communications with colleagues are professional, appropriate, and considerate of individual needs and circumstances.
* Actively build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues across the Club, ensuring a collaborative approach is adopted at all times.
* Treat all colleagues with dignity and respect by ensuring that your behaviour and approach during the course of all workplace activity is inclusive of all backgrounds and abilities and welcomes diverse contributions.
Expected Outcomes Include:
* Increased positive destinations: At least 70% of participants receiving support will move into positive destinations, such as training, education, or employment.
* Increased personal support: At least 70% of participants receiving support will gain valuable life skills, e.g. confidence, motivation, team building, and communication.
* Enhanced Access to Celtic FC Foundation Projects: All participants receiving support will be eligible to apply for access to other CFCF initiatives, e.g. Fuel Bank, Paradise Pit Stop, Holiday Homes.
* Sustained Impact: Participants will have the tools and support to move into positive destinations and build long-term, sustainable careers.
Skills and Experience required:
* Minimum three years’ work experience in the third sector.
* Experience of working with vulnerable individuals.
* Safeguarding experience.
* Experience of providing tailored advice and guidance to vulnerable individuals to help them access educational or employment opportunities.
* Ability to identify and address barriers to education and employment, helping participants overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
* Person-centred approach.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with colleagues, stakeholders, and participants. Being considerate of individual needs is crucial.
* Understanding and supporting individuals who may face significant barriers to success.
* The ability to inspire confidence and motivate participants, helping them develop life skills such as confidence, communication, and teamwork.
* Ability to adjust to changing needs, particularly in a dynamic, outcomes-focused role.
* A commitment to working inclusively, understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Qualifications:
* Qualification in Education, Community Work, or related field.
* Certificate in Mentoring, Career Guidance, or equivalent.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
Celtic FC Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment.
Benefits:
* Company Pension.
* 34 days annual leave.
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme.
* Retail discount on Celtic and Adidas merchandise.
* Access to our Colleague Benefits & Discount Platform.
Application deadline: Sunday, February 9, 2025.
*Please note, prior to confirming appointment we will require the successful candidate to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
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