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Kristen Hutchinson

Surrey, United Kingdom

  • Title Careers and Professional Practice Advisor
  • Company Higher Education
  • Website www.thecdi.net
  • Availabilty Open for engagement
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About Me

I'm a dedicated Careers and Professional Practice Advisor with over 20 years experience supporting individuals to make informed and confident decisions about their future. I have worked across a wide range of educational settings including colleges, secondary schools and universities, providing one-to-one guidance and delivering impactful careers education.

I previously worked as a Careers Leader in a secondary school, where I was responsible for the planning, coordination and implementation of the careers programme. This included large-scale activities such as work experience and a whole school careers fair. Throughout my career I have prioritised inclusive practice with a particular focus on supporting clients with additional needs.

Now working in higher education, I deliver inclusive, student centred careers support through both group sessions and individual guidance, helping students build confidence, explore their options, and plan their next steps.

Client groups

  • Job seekers
  • FE students
  • HE students
  • School pupils
  • Adults
  • Graduates
  • Mature age employees
  • Vocational education students
  • International students
  • Clients with special educational needs/difficulties
  • Neurodiverse clients

Services offered

  • Job application assistance
  • Career coaching
  • Career guidance
  • Career education
  • Career development workshop facilitation
  • Career information
  • CV preparation
  • Interview Coaching
  • Career Programme Design and Development