Job Search Assistant (101847-0122)

Vacancy Type/Job category
Clerical
Department
Education - Student Opportunity
Salary
£22,847 - £26,341 per annum
Location
University of Warwick, Coventry
Vacancy Overview
Permanent position, 36.5 hours per week.
We are seeking to appoint a Job Search Assistant to work as part of the frontline careers team. The post holder will be part of the team delivering our careers drop in and will be the first point of call when students require feedback on applications and advice on interview preparation. The post holder will work extensively with students and graduates on a one to one basis and will deliver predesigned workshops to help enhance their employability. When demand for frontline services is less busy, the post holder will contact recent Warwick graduates, offering information and advice, referring to members of the wider careers team for more complex enquiries.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact David Molyneux. E: [email protected].
In the Supporting Statement section within the application form please present your information by providing examples against the ‘Essential and Desirable’ criteria which can be found in the Person Specification. You may not be able to fulfil each and every criterion but should be able to meet the criteria stated as ‘Essential’ on the Person Specification. If you wish to enclose a CV this should not exceed two pages. You may find it helpful to see the University’s guidance on CVs, applications and interviews: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/careers/applications/forms/.
Interview date: TBC.
Job Description
JOB PURPOSE
To provide high quality careers information and assistance to all students and graduates across the university, helping them develop employability and career management skills in accordance with the department’s strategic objectives. This will include encouraging student and graduates to consider and make the most of the full range of opportunities available to them, to enhance their employability.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide quick-query style support to students through the various stages o the application process, through the provision of both one to one bookable appointments and careers drop-in. The post holder will develop knowledge reflecting the diverse range of destinations Warwick Students go into and will draw upon this knowledge to provide tailored one to one advice to students. Diagnose student need and where appropriate make referrals to appropriately qualified staff for specialist support both within Student Opportunity and within the wider university. Promote the benefit of students engaging with the wider offer from Student Opportunity including, Warwick Volunteers, Work Experience, Study Abroad and careers fairs and events. Provide support for students in accessing these opportunities.
2. Delivery of a pre-designed career management workshop programme through both face to ace (group) and online delivery.
3. Supporting the proactive contact of Warwick graduates by making initial contact to establish levels of support which are required and where appropriate making referral to the departmentally linked Senior Careers Consultant or Careers Project Officer.
4. Support with the delivery of student facing employer events by meeting and greeting employers and registering students attending skills workshops.
5. Respond to the changing recruitment landscape by engaging with the student body and other key stakeholders through social media platforms. Generate content for social media o support student engagement thorough technology.
6. Contribute to centre-wide small scale projects which complement the existing employability initiatives, providing opinion and expertise gained from student interaction.
7. Attend meetings with recruiters to ensure up to date understanding of graduate recruitment processes.

Person Specification

The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. This is measured by (a) Application Form, (b) Test/Exercise, (c) Interview, (d) Presentation.

Essential Criteria 1
Educated to A-Level or equivalent. (a)
Essential Criteria 2
A qualification in IAG (Information, Advice and Guidance level 3 or above) or experience of working within careers information, advice and guidance. (a)
Essential Criteria 3
Strong interpersonal skills to work with students in a client centred, impartial way. (a) (b) (c)
Essential Criteria 4
Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a complex – and variable – workload and high student demand. (a) (b) (c)
Essential Criteria 5
An understanding of the graduate labour market, employer practices and career routes within occupational areas. (a) (b) (c)
Essential Criteria 6
Presentation skills to deliver a broad range of information workshops. (a) (b) (c)
Essential Criteria 7
The ability to deploy professional judgement in deciding whether they need to refer to relevantly qualified staff for guidance or other qualified professional. (b) (c)
Essential Criteria 8
Excellent written communication skills, and ability to write engaging online copy. (c)
Essential Criteria 9
Good telephone skills to contact recent graduates to evaluate support they require. (a) (c)
Essential Criteria 10
Good digital literacy, including IT skills, database management, social media including able to harness technology to support online delivery methods. (a) (c)
Essential Criteria 11
Commitment to continued professional development, and taking a full and active participation in professional groups and networks, both internally and externally (e.g. AGCAS – Association of Graduate Careers advisory Services). (a) (c)
Essential Criteria 12
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required supporting activities of Student Opportunity. (a) (c)
Desirable Criteria 1
Experience of providing feedback on all aspects of the recruitment process. (a) (b) (c)
Desirable Criteria 2
Experience in a Careers or Higher Education environment. (a)
Desirable Criteria 3
Familiarity with career management systems (i.e. Career Hub). (a) (c)
Further Particulars
For further information about the University of Warwick, please read our University Further Particulars .
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website .
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The University of Warwick provides an inclusive working and learning environment, recognising and respecting every individual’s differences. We welcome applications from individuals who identify with any of the protected characteristics defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy

As an organisation using the (DBS) Disclosure and Barring Service to assess applicants’ suitability for positions of trust, the University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a Disclosure on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.

Closing Date
31 Jan 2022