Progression Advisor

Brockenhurst College are looking for an accurate Progression Advisor to join our team. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £21,609 – £23,737 pro rata, DOE.

We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

As Progression Advisor you will interview and offer robust Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) upon a learner’s application to the College; support learners’ progression and support school liaison activities for the College.

Organisation

Brockenhurst College

Curriculum/Support Area

Admissions & Progression

Employment Basis

Annualised Hours

Contracted working hours

12.92 per week

Location

Brockenhurst College

Salary

£21609-£23737 pro rata

Your responsibilities as our Progression Advisor will include:

• Conduct a caseload of admissions interviews, according to College guidelines, advising applicants impartially on appropriate courses and completing the appropriate paperwork.

• Liaise as necessary with other college staff and teams with regard to the requirements of individual applicants.

• Represent the College at careers events, giving admissions advice to potential students and their parents.

• Occasionally, deliver presentations as required as part of the schools’ liaison team to promote the College and its course offer to prospective students.

• Occasionally, provide individual and group guided tours of the College campus as required

• Assist with the organisation and delivery of Freshers’ Day, enrolment, and visits of school parties to the college.

• Attend all College Open Events to offer general admissions advice and to assist with guiding potential applicants and their families around the campus.

• Assist in the delivery of advice and guidance to individuals and groups of current students as agreed with Admissions and Progression Manager.

• Attend meetings where appropriate, including the Admissions and Progression team briefings.

• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the College’s curriculum offer, liaising with Assistant Principals, Heads of Curriculum, and teaching staff as necessary.

• Provide advice and guidance support during Freshers’ Day and enrolment.

• Delivery and provision of support, advice and guidance during induction period as applicable

• Support and offer robust guidance through the progression process. This will include a range of abilities across all levels of the educational offer at Brockenhurst College.

• Develop knowledge of progression routes into employment and Higher Education both locally and nationally.

• Where necessary, work with students to provide advice and guidance in support of completing personal statements and UCAS applications.

• Delivery of UCAS/progression/’Next Steps’ activities as required.

What we are looking for in our Progression Advisor:

• A minimum of 5 GCSE A-C grades/equivalent to include English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with young people, preferably in the FE sector.
• Understanding of the FE and HE education sectors and the requirements for entry into FE and HE
• Excellent interpersonal skills with drive and energy in respect of providing an excellent service to students/applicants, parents/carers and colleagues

Benefits you will receive as our Progression Advisor include:

• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff Yoga and Football
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• 25 days leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Support Staff only)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Progression Advisor role then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Sun, 16th October 2022

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.