Information Advisor

Information Advisor – Barnsley College – Fixed term cover – £27,067 to 29,506 per annum

PART TIME OR FULL TIME CONSIDERED.

Are you looking for a short-term, flexible role where you can use your skills to support a busy Student Recruitment office?

This is a rare opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our College’s School Liaison Team as an Information Advisor. This is a unique and varied role where you will represent the College at events, build strong working relationships with key stakeholders, deliver comprehensive advice and guidance to a range of audiences, as well as demonstrating fantastic customer service and administrative skills.

Benefits

First of all, what’s in it for you?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year pro rata including bank and public holidays!)
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 18.6% employer contribution! 
• Considerable staff investment through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
  Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
  Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options

Information Advisor
Student Recruitment
Fixed term cover until September – Part time or Full time considered
£27,062 to £29,506 per annum

As our new Information Advisor, you will be responsible for developing and delivering information, activities and events for a wide range of audiences including 14 – 19 year olds, Primary and Secondary Schools, Colleges, Sixth forms, adults and parents. Youwill provide Information, Advice and Guidance relating to all the provision offered by the College, including course information and career options to both internal and external customers.

We are looking for an Information Advisor with a flexible approach, excellent communication and presentation skills, good IT skills and the ability to work with a wide range of customers and be confident in dealing with small and large scale client groups. 

This post requires relevant work experience in a customer focused environment and experience offering a comprehensive IAG service (Information, Advice and Guidance). If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a leading organisation and develop your skills whilst in post, please apply today.

Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications Sunday 5th May 2024 – We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

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