Job Title: Careers & World of Work Manager
Salary: £39,401 per annum
Location: Cambridge
We are currently seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Careers & World of Work Manager to join a highly regarded Further Education provider. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader with strong experience in careers education, advice and guidance, and work experience provision within an FE environment.
This is a full-time, full-year role offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing careers advice, guidance, and employability provision
* Overseeing work experience and placement activities across the organisation
* Ensuring alignment with Gatsby Benchmarks and sector best practice
* Leading and supporting staff to deliver a high-quality service
* Working effectively with employers, external agencies, and internal stakeholders
* Contributing to continuous improvement of the Careers Programme
* Ensuring robust systems, processes, and safeguarding practices are maintained
Agile working is available, typically 1 day per week, except during peak periods.
What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will have:
* Extensive experience managing Careers and Work Experience provision within FE
* A Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development
* GCSE English and Maths at Grade A-C (or equivalent)
* Strong understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks
* Ability to build productive relationships with employers and external partners
* Exceptional organisational, communication, and leadership skills
* Professional integrity, resilience, and a proactive approach
* Adaptability and calmness under pressure
Employee Benefits The organisation offers a strong suite of staff benefits, including:
* Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
* Competitive contributory pension schemes (TPS and LGPS)
* Discounted Apple products
* Free gym membership or discounted classes
* Discounted internal courses
* BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
* Free on-site parking
* Retail and online discounts
* On-site restaurants and coffee outlets
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Extensive staff development opportunities
About the Role
The Careers & World of Work Manager will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the organisation's Careers and World of Work provision. You will manage and coordinate high-quality impartial careers advice, work experience and placement activities, and contribute to the ongoing development of an impactful, modern careers programme.
The role involves leading a team, engaging employers, and ensuring students and apprentices receive exceptional support aligned with industry needs and recognised standards.
How to Apply This role is ideal for an established careers or employability professional ready to take the next step into a strategic management position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality careers and work experience provision and driving positive student outcomes, we welcome your application.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy