Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists Pay Data UK — 2025

Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists roles in the UK earn a median of £33,341 per year, equivalent to £17.48 per hour as of 2025. This represents a 9.2% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £20,827 to £49,029 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists

Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists give advice on careers or occupations, training courses and related matters, direct school leavers and other job seekers into employment and assess their progress.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• uses an interview, questionnaire and/or psychological or other test to determine the aptitude, preferences and temperament of the client
• advises on appropriate courses of study or avenues into employment
• visits educational and other establishments to give talks and distribute information regarding careers
• liaises with employers to determine employment opportunities and advises schools, colleges or individuals accordingly
• organises careers forums and exhibitions and establishes and maintains contact with local employers, colleges and training providers
• monitors progress and welfare of young people in employment and advises them on any difficulties

Entry Routes and Qualifications

Entrants often possess a degree, an approved diploma or equivalent qualification. Professional Qualifications are available at Leve 4 and 6. NVQs/SVQs in Advice and Guidance at levels 3 and 4 are also available. Those working with young people or vulnerable adults will require a DBS check.

Related Occupations

Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.