LLUK launches new Career Development NOS and job profiles

Monday 21 Mar 2011 @ 13:42
Lifelong Learning UK

Lifelong Learning UK (LLUK) have published the brand new National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Career Development roles. The new NOS are relevant to those in advice and guidance roles working with all ages across the UK. We have also produced a series of example job profiles which can be used to support a range of HR and staff development activities.

During 2010, we gathered the views of career guidance professionals across the UK. This involved focus groups, an online feedback form and the collection of job descriptions and specifications. The aim of this work was to develop fit-for-purpose NOS for the sector to enhance and support the skills of the advice and guidance workforce.

NOS are practical resource tools with the ability to support staff at every level of the workforce. They can be used to support the full range of human resource development activities including performance management, training and development, and recruitment and selection. Long term benefits include increased effectiveness, reduced workloads, and a reduction in resource expenditure.

Scope of the work

The new NOS and associated materials are relevant to anyone in the UK lifelong learning sector providing information, advice and guidance, including:

Advisors in dedicated career guidance organisations
Advisors in guidance services within sector organisations, such as university or college careers services
Tutors, coaches, mentors and others who offer educational information, career, or employability related advice and guidance as part of their role.