Priestley College
Apprentice Careers Advisor and Work Placement Co-ordinator

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Apprentice Careers Advisor and Work Placement Co-ordinator
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Salary: Point 6 to Point 8 on the NJC Support Staff Pay Scale (£25,558 to £26,343 per annum FTE) Actual £23,780 to £24,510
Closing Date: Midday, Tuesday 11th August 2026
What you'll be doing
- Helping to organise careers events, employer talks, open days, transition activities and careers fairs.
- Supporting the delivery of high-quality Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) and Work Experience provision.
- Coordinating work experience, T-Level industry placements and other work-related learning opportunities.
- Completing a Level 6 Career Development Professional Apprenticeship.
What We are Looking For
- Experience in education, youth work, customer service, or support roles
- Understanding of the FE sector
- Knowledge of the CEIAG frameworks
- Clear and confident communication skills
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What we offer
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Full NJC terms and conditions for support staff in sixth form colleges.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where safeguarding is a core priority.
- Access to TCAT+, our Reward, Recognition and Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts and benefits, car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and other online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
- Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College.
- An environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where safeguarding is a core priority.


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Safer Recruitment Statement
Our College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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