Careers Guidance and Development Lead – School & Sixth Form

Cambourne Village College; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambourne Village College is seeking a enthusiastic Careers Guidance and Development Lead to inspire and guide students across the school and sixth form. You will coordinate careers education, work experience, and liaise with employers, universities and agencies to raise aspirations and support progression pathways.

The role covers organising careers events, establishing industry links, and ensuring high standards in provision, including Gatsby Benchmarks guidance. Start asap.

Qualifications

• Experience in careers guidance, education, employability, or a related field would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate careers education and work experience programmes across the school.
• Develop strong links with local businesses and industry and organise events.
• Ensure provision meets Gatsby Benchmarks and Department for Education guidance.
• Support Sixth Form students with university, apprenticeship and employment pathways.

Job description

Cambourne Village College is seeking a enthusiastic Careers Guidance and Development Lead to inspire and guide students across the school and sixth form. You will coordinate careers education, work experience, and liaise with employers, universities and agencies to raise aspirations and support progression pathways.

The role covers organising careers events, establishing industry links, and ensuring high standards in provision, including Gatsby Benchmarks guidance. Start asap.