As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as UCAS and HE Advisor?
This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Day to day duties of the role
Provide information and advice about progression to Higher Education at the same time supporting the University Centre Weston in promoting its own HE provision to potential and current students.
Provide effective information, advice and guidance to learners and their key influencers on Higher Education, progression options and UCAS processes.
Create, deliver and coordinate a suite of UCAS tutorials to all level 3 learners, working with the other staff to ensure a joined up approach.
Co-ordinate the UCAS application process for the College ensuring timely and quality applications are submitted.
Required skills and qualifications
Qualification in Advice & Guidance to a minimum of level 3.
Demonstrable experience of careers guidance in an education setting.
Ability to deliver effectively to large groups.
Able to work as a member of a team with good interpersonal skills and to be adaptable.
For full details about the role and its responsibilities, please view the job description and person specification attached above.
Benefits
Generous holiday entitlement
2-week Christmas closure
Potential for hybrid working opportunities
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking across sites
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeingEye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Annual staff conference with guest speakers
Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression