Career Adviser

Title: Career Adviser

Hours: Full or Part time (Minimum 2 days per week). Term Time Only may be considered

Salary: Qualified PSO4 – £31,386.61 per annum

Reporting: Operational Manager

Contract: Permanent

Location: Rochdale, Oldham, Tameside

Reference: PS/CA/03

Join Our Team as a Careers Adviser and Make a Real Difference to Young People’s Futures

Are you passionate about helping young people unlock their potential and take confident steps toward their future? We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Careers Adviser to deliver impartial, high‑quality Careers Information, Advice and Guidance that truly transforms lives.

In this dynamic role, you’ll work with young people across a variety of settings—including schools, colleges, community hubs and virtual platforms—through impactful 1:1 support and inspiring small group sessions. You’ll play a key part in supporting young people to build the skills, knowledge and self-belief they need to thrive in their next stage of education, training or employment.

As a valued member of our Education and Guidance Services team, you will:

• Build meaningful, trust-based relationships with young people, including those facing significant barriers
• Empower them to make informed decisions and navigate successful transitions
• Develop strong partnerships with schools, colleges, employers and community organisations
• Deliver personalised guidance that promotes wellbeing, opportunity and long-term success

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, innovative and committed. Your communication skills and empathy will be essential in supporting young people from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of needs.

A Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance and Development is essential for this role.

If you’re motivated by helping young people create brighter futures—and want to be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team—we would love to hear from you.

We are recruiting for this role on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview, appoint, and close this advert early due to the volume of applications. We advise applying as soon as possible.

Key information

• Employer: Positive Steps
• Locations: Hybrid, Oldham, Rochdale, Tameside
• Role Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-Time
• Working Hours Per Week: 36