Job Description

University Applications (UCAS Support) / Careers Adviser and Academic Mentor

Start date:

December 2025 / January 2026

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic

University Applications (UCAS Support) / Careers Adviser and Academic Mentor

for a long-established, private college in Central London, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in its most recent inspections.

Core responsibilities

Proactively manage the UCAS applications process for all College students Deliver 1:1 and small-group guidance on UCAS, personal statements, course choices, apprenticeships and alternatives. Run sessions on researching courses, writing personal statements, interview preparation and key deadlines. Track and ensure timely references and predicted grade information for applications. Curate current resources on courses, careers and super-curriculars; maintain the UCAS timeline. Liaise with subject teachers and Heads of Year to identify and support priority students, including widening participation. Provide academic mentoring to targeted cohorts, agreeing action plans and monitoring progress/attendance. Track outcomes and produce concise termly reports on applications, offers and destinations. Build employer/HE links; coordinate visits, talks and enrichment opportunities. Uphold safeguarding, GDPR and equality standards.

Person specification

Essential Requirements:

Proven UCAS expertise and personal statement coaching experience. Background advising on HE, apprenticeships and career routes. Excellent communication, writing and facilitation skills. Strong data/administration skills; confident with MS/Google tools. Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice An Enhanced DBS check (registered on the update service) and/or a willingness to undertake a new Enhanced DBS check at the request of the College
Please get in touch or submit an application if you are interested in discussing the role further, or would like to be considered for interview.

Please note: early applications are encouraged as interviews are ongoing and we / our client reserves the right to close the vacancy at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Experience:

UCAS personal statement support: 3 years (preferred) University / Careers guidance: 3 years (preferred) UCAS coordination: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person