Careers and Progression Coach - London, United Kingdom - Fashion Retail Academy

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Careers and Progression Coach

Fixed-Term Contract

Full-Time

West End, London (remote working opportunities outside of term time around the needs of the service)

About the role


We have a fantastic opportunity for a Careers and Progression Coach to work closely with the Careers Coach Advisor and the Careers Service Manager.

In this role you will provide impartial CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) to support service users to make realistic choices about their further education pathway, suitable careers, Apprenticeships or T-Levels in fashion retail.


The role will involve advising students on how to use all types of medium to promote themselves and their skills.

This includes how to write a professional CV, cover letter and personal statement, using LinkedIn and other tools for recruitment, education, and training.


About you

  • We are looking for an experienced and confident communicator who is passionate about student career development and supporting young people.
  • You will have strong administrative skills and good IT skills, in particular a good working knowledge of Excel.
  • To be successful in this role you may have knowledge of the Fashion Retail Industry and of university and FE College processes in relation to progression.
  • We are seeking someone who has strong presentation and public speaking skills and is able to build good relationships with students and other colleagues.
  • You must be a compassionate and empathetic individual with excellent listening skills.
  • An approachable, friendly, enthusiastic, and professional approach is essential for the role.
  • If you are interested in joining a dynamic and expanding environment to further develop your career, then we would love to hear from you _

Why the FRA?


We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together At the FRA, our students are at the centre of what we do, and as a result, we offer hugely rewarding careers - whatever your role at the FRA, you have the opportunity to change a student's life If you are looking for a fast-paced and autonomous role where you can really demonstrate your impact, then look no further.

Our carefully curated benefits package offers something for everyone, whether you're interested in:

  • Furthering your development through funded professional qualifications and a personal growth allowance
  • Generous and flexible leave that suits your lifestyle, including an aroundtheworld trip after 5 years of service
  • Marketleading familyfriendly pay, including 6 months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
  • A monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan structures to support your financial health

Salary:


Next steps:


For more information about us and this role, visit our
website and refer to the job description and person specification available to download.

Diversity Statement


Job Types:
Full-time, Contract


Salary:

From £26,550.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted or free food
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Referral programme
  • Sabbatical
  • Sick pay
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in London, W1T 1PG

Reference ID:
Careers and Progression Coach_Jan23

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