Job Description
About the Business
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
IN4 Group are a UK leader in digital transformation and talent development. We help businesses adopt digital technologies, and recruit highly skilled, diverse workforces capable of the innovation needed to thrive.
The Group also operates HOST – a technology hub and innovation centre in MediaCityUK that’s focused on attracting digital tech businesses to accelerate their growth, delivering innovation services to start-ups, scale-ups, global corporate and government organisations. People, place, and culture drive everything we do and at the heart of our business is our commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
Our 3 pillars:
• Skills: To build local capabilities and capacity to address job demand. Skills City offers a unique approach to training in digital technologies.
• Innovation: To support innovation acceleration and to support the evolution of industry.
• Start-up: To enable local IP creation and innovation. HOST offers an integrated structure to harness innovation and support start-up success.
HOST is also part of the wider Salford Innovation Triangle, and sits alongside: Salford Royal Foundation Trust, with its global-leading innovation factory; Salford University, the fastest growing University in the North West; and MediaCityUK, the tech city that’s home to 250 creative and digital businesses.
Skills City is a unique digital bootcamp campus that trains adult learners not in mainstream education and up-skills learners into digital technology roles. At the centre of which is the commitment to removing the barriers presently impacting diversity and gender balance, D&I is our DNA. The Skills City campus made up of six fast track training academies across the breadth of technology disciplines.
Overview
We are on the lookout for a committed and empathetic Careers Support Coordinator to become a vital member of our team, offering crucial guidance and support to interns as they embark on their career journeys. In this role, you'll be instrumental in empowering our interns to effectively navigate the complexities of the job market, specifically targeting entry/junior-level positions and apprenticeships within the tech industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary support for learners in job application processes and career development, including conducting workshops to enhance their career readiness.
- Maintain detailed records of support activities and FAQs to streamline future assistance.
- Offer comprehensive assistance in creating effective job applications, CVs, and cover letters, tailored to the specific needs of the industry.
- Conduct proofreading and editing to ensure the high quality of all written materials.
- Foster strong, supportive relationships with learners, ensuring high satisfaction through exceptional communication and guidance.
- Guide learners in exploring career paths that align with their skills, goals, and market trends, including personalized career planning.
- Enhance learners' interview skills through mock sessions, providing detailed feedback and advice on various interview formats and effective networking strategies.
- Support the team with miscellaneous tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the program.
Skills and Experience:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with learners from diverse backgrounds. This includes being empathetic, approachable, and able to understand the unique challenges and needs of each learner.
- Experience in supporting job applications,including assisting with job applications, cover letters, and CVs. This includes a deep understanding of how-to craft application materials that stand out and effectively communicate a candidate's strengths and potential.
- Must possess outstanding verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently, especially when delivering workshops to large online audiences.
- Strong understanding of resume writing, cover letter composition, and interview techniques
- Familiarity with job market trends and industry-specific requirements
Desirable Skills:
- Ability to motivate and inspire learners to reach their career goals, encouraging persistence and resilience throughout their job search and application process.
- The ability to juggle multiple projects or learner cases at once, without compromising quality or attention to detail.
Join Us
At Skills City, our mission goes beyond just imparting knowledge; we're in the business of changing lives. We're looking for a Careers Support Coordinator who shares our deep commitment to education and has the expertise to guide and support our learners in achieving their career aspirations. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference in people's careers and possess a knack for providing exceptional support and advice, come and be a part of our transformative journey!