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Raising Aspirations and Careers Advisor

37 hours a week term time plus 2 weeks (41 weeks per year)

Grade I Points 22-25 - £29,790 - £32,144

Are you looking for your next challenge? Would you like to join a school where relationships are key and contribute to a caring and nurturing environment where young people flourish under the guidance of a dedicated and professional team of staff? This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Careers Advisor to join our team!

We are looking to appoint a Raising Aspirations & Careers Advisor who will have a significant impact on the well-being of students within the school through: the provision of Careers Education to students in Years 7-13; the delivery of partial and independent careers guidance as required by government regulation; the provision of Economic Awareness Education to students in Years 7-13; and the design, administration, and responsibility for the school’s Work Experience programme.

• Level 6 qualified in Careers Guidance
• Minimum 3 years experience of providing one-to-one careers advice and guidance
• Experience in organising and planning events
• Experience developing effective relationships with external partners
• Good, practical knowledge of local Post-16 and Post-18 pathways

We have extensive experience in staff development. Our appraisal approach is based on coaching under the banner of ‘Growing Great People’. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment with an excellent induction programme. We pride ourselves on our strong relationships across our school community – ‘Staff are proud to work at Polesworth and staff retention is high’ (Ofsted, 2023). ‘There is a respectful and caring culture across the school’ (Ofsted, 2023).

We seek a passionate and driven individual with excellent communication and organisational skills, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of our pupils and their communities.

The main duties and responsibilities are outlined in the role's job description and person specification. Additional duties may be assigned as appropriate, and the post may require working outside normal hours for activities, meetings, and emergencies.

The post holder must support and promote the trust’s ethos, objectives, policies, and procedures, including safeguarding policies.

School visits can be arranged; please contact Nicky Holland at n.holland@thepolesworthschool.com to arrange a tour.

Closing date for applications: 9.00 am on Friday 9th May 2025

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing and flexible basis

The Trust’s Child Protection Policies and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement are available at: https://www.communityacademiestrust.org/en-GB/trust-information

Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The Trust is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offender Act 1974. All staff are expected to share our safeguarding commitments and undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the Trust’s vision and values. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; therefore, fluency in spoken English is essential.

Community Academies Trust supports equal opportunities employment.

Company Registration No. 0747273-6

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