Careers Advisor

Part-time 7.5 hours per week. Full day on a Friday or split over 2 days.

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic, motivating and inspiring careers adviser to bring their skillset and experience to support our outstanding careers programme. The post holder will be able to provide independent careers guidance to students so they are fully prepared for the next stages of their education as well as building strong relationships with staff, external agencies, businesses and other stakeholders to support career development and the key skills of students to maximise employability.

About our School

At Harrogate Grammar School we provide a positive and inclusive environment where every student is supported to thrive academically personally and socially. Our dedicated and supportive staff build strong relationships with students’ families and the wider community creating a culture in which everyone feels valued and empowered. We are committed to high‑quality professional development enabling colleagues to continually grow and evolve.

We are proud to be part of Red Kite Learning Trust, whose mission is to nurture ambition deliver excellence and enrich children’s lives through shared values of collaboration integrity and respect. Guided by our vision of ‘Excellence for All’ and our REACH values of Respect Excellence Adventure Commitment and Honesty we foster an ethos of ambition kindness and mutual respect.

Our aim is for every student to enjoy their time at school, form lasting friendships and leave us as well‑rounded resilient young people ready to contribute positively to society.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About You

We are looking for someone who;

• Has a passion for making a difference to the life chances of all young people
• Has experience of offering information, advice and guidance to young people aged 11-18 and supporting students to reach aspirational destinations
• Has the ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team as well as on their own
• Has excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Jill Todd: hgshr@hgs.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.