Principal Careers Officer

Job Introduction

Department of Children’s Services

Education, Employment and Skills  

 Principal Careers Officer 

SO1 - £34,434 - £36,363 (FTE per annum)

18 hours per week 

Permanent

Based at Britannia House

 If you’re enthusiastic about careers guidance and eager to join a dynamic, forward‑thinking team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Supporting young people to achieve their potential is at the heart of what we do.

Our dedicated careers officers are well‑regarded across the region for delivering high‑quality information, advice and guidance to a diverse range of schools and colleges throughout Bradford and surrounding district. This role is rewarding on many levels, offering the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of the Gatsby Benchmarks and help secure the best possible outcomes for young people.

You will work collaboratively with a variety of careers and education professionals, while continuing to develop your own expertise and professional knowledge.

An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure & Barring Service will be undertaken for this post. 

For further information regarding this role please contact the Careers and Transitions Manager, Liz Hemsley, liz.hemsley@bradford.gov.uk or 07712577933

The Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers, Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, requires that Councils ensure that all candidates applying for customer facing posts must be assessed in order to establish their fluency in English.

The criteria under special knowledge and experience on the job profile which is shown in this advert, outlines what level of fluency you will be expected to demonstrate. Therefore, it is essential that you provide examples in your application