Careers adviser | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Careers advisers help people make decisions about their education, training and work options.

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Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare objectives and outlines for

Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage.
Prepare materials and classroom for class activities.
Assign and grade class work and homework.
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Instruct students in the knowledge and skills required in a specific occupation or occupational field, using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, shop, and field studies.
Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
Plan and supervise work-experience programs in businesses, industrial shops, and school laboratories.
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
Place students in jobs or make referrals to job placement services.
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of secondary school programs.
Select, order, store, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
Keep informed about trends in education and subject matter specialties.
Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.

Average salary
28,211 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Careers adviser

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Salary for this role has increased over time

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Future outlook for Careers advisers

Balanced outlook

11 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

0% yearly wage growth (on average)

Very good outlook

37% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Careers adviser and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

74% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
15% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
11% of people in this role have a Master's degree

You'll need:

knowledge of psychology
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
sensitivity and understanding
customer service skills
the ability to work well with others
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
counselling skills including active listening and a non-judgemental approach
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

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What soft skills do I need?

Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Careers adviser.

Instructing Teaching others how to do something

Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Careers adviser. Check that you know:

Computer based training software Blackboard Learn; Desire2Learn; Learning management system LMS; Sakai CLE

Electronic mail software Email software; Microsoft Outlook

Information retrieval or search software DOC Cop; iParadigms Turnitin

Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel

Word processing software Collaborative editing software; Google Docs

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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

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