Careers and Employment Lead Adviser

Job Introduction

Ready to make a real difference in Bradford? We’re seeking a proactive and inspiring Careers & Employment Lead Adviser who brings passion, leadership, and a commitment to improving outcomes for local residents. 

We’re especially keen to hear from highly experienced operational managers who are ready for a new challenge, thrive in a target‑driven fast paced environment, and enjoy leading people to achieve great results.

In this role, you’ll lead a team of Employment and Careers Advisers, driving high‑quality support across the district and ensuring our services make a real impact.

Our teams are active in localities, meaning our Lead Advisers spend time both in the office and in the community. This isn’t a home-based role.

What you’ll do:

· Provide clear, confident leadership to a team of Employment and Careers Advisers, inspiring high performance and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional IAG across Bradford. 

· Drive a culture of accountability and excellence, ensuring performance management processes are robust, supportive, and focused on continuous improvement. 

· Lead on setting direction and priorities, translating strategic goals into practical actions that deliver meaningful outcomes for residents. 

· Champion professional development, coaching and supporting staff to grow their skills, confidence, and impact. 

· Strengthen partnerships and raise the profile of the service, representing SkillsHouse with credibility and building collaborative relationships across the district.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in leading people to achieve collective and individual goals.
• Strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working.
• Knowledge of the careers and employability landscape across all age-groups.
• Ability to lead, influence and support others to achieve great outcomes.
• Strategic thinking and confidence working across diverse settings.
• Level 6 qualification in Information, Advice and Guidance (or equivalent)

Candidates invited to interview will deliver a short presentation (topic provided in advance).

An enhanced DBS check  with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be sought for appointees to this post. 

Contact:
For more information, or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Richard Miller on 07811 503646 or richard.miller@bradford.gov.uk.

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf 

Equal Opportunities 

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. 

The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.