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Trainee Careers Adviser (Apprenticeship)
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We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, creating a community where colleagues feel respected and valued. We aim to reflect the diversity of our students and communities, and to strengthen our university through collaboration and diverse perspectives, across all roles at the University of Hull.
Position at University of Hull
The Careers Service is looking to grow the team.
We deliver careers education, advice, and guidance to students across their entire journey, working closely with employers, academic colleagues, and student services to empower students to define and achieve their own aspirations.
We are excited to offer an opportunity for someone passionate about building a career in careers and employability to join us as a Trainee Careers Adviser. This role is designed for candidates who do not yet hold a formal careers qualification but possess the values, skills, and commitment needed to develop into an outstanding careers professional.
About The Role
As a Trainee Careers Adviser, you’ll work directly with students, delivering careers and employability guidance through a range of methods, including:
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- Individual appointments
- Workshops
- Group sessions
From your first day, you’ll be an active contributor, participating in:
- Projects
- Group and large-group delivery sessions
- Offering tailored support to help students make informed decisions about their future, considering their individual backgrounds and goals.
During this role, you will receive structured training and development, including:
- A PG Cert in Career Development with the University of Warwick
- A Higher Apprenticeship in Career Development
Additionally, you’ll benefit from:
- Mentoring and guidance from an experienced team of professionally qualified Careers Consultants
About You
There’s no substitute for direct experience in transforming lives through careers guidance, though we particularly welcome applicants from roles such as:
- HR, learning and development, or people-focused roles
- Teaching, training, or education
- Recruitment, employer engagement, or resourcing
- Student support, wellbeing, widening participation, or pastoral care
- Employability, outreach, mentoring, or advice-giving roles
Above all, what we’re looking for is your ability to bring:
- Empathy
- A deep understanding of the diversity faced by students and the barriers they may encounter
- Confidence working with groups
- Genuine interest in fostering careers and employability, with a passion for Higher Education
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We’re seeking candidates who are creative, adaptable, and eager to experiment with new methods to engage and support students. If the idea of developing into a professional career adviser—backed by structured training and a supportive team—excites you, apply today.
Recruitment Timelines
Due to enrolment and funding considerations, adherence to the following timelines is mandatory:
- You must be willing to:
- Attend an interview on Monday 1st June 2025
- Start in post no later than 6th July 2026 (if shortlisted)
- Please include confirmation of your availability in your application letter. Without this confirmation, we will be unable to shortlist your application for this opportunity.
Deadline submission: Applications close at 00:01 am on the date listed. We reserve the right to close the position early if we receive an adequate number of submissions.
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