Careers Lead

Careers Lead

Contract type: Fixed term maternity cover until April 2027

Salary: £24,500 - £26,900 (actual salary for TTO hours)

Hours: Mon-Thurs 8.15am-4.30pm, Fri 8.15am-3.15pm

Start date: 24th August 2026

Your new role
Our pupils are exceptional. Are you? We have the opportunity to join our amazing team and cover a period of maternity leave. This exciting role will involve working with our fantastic pupils who have a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The Careers Lead is responsible for the day to day implementation of the Careers Programme. The appointed person will ensure that all pupils, particularly those in Year 10 and 11, receive transition support, careers guidance and practical tools to succeed in Post16 education or employment.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the whole-school Careers curriculum in accordance with the Gatsby Benchmarks and the Baker Clause. Ensure the Careers Programme is clearly articulated on the school website and serves as the definitive guide for all stakeholders.
Act as the primary liaison for colleges, training providers, and local authority. Maintain an accurate record of Expected Grades (updated in Autumn and reviewed in Spring) to facilitate admissions.
Coordinate professional Careers Interviews. Manage the diary and ensure notification letters are sent to parents and carers at least two weeks in advance.
Coordinate with local businesses to identify work experience opportunities and guest speaker events.
Perform a monthly audit of the School Careers Webpage. Ensure all links, local authority contact details, and statutory resources remain functional and relevant.
What We're Looking For:

A compassionate, organised, and proactive individual with experience in education, social care, or a related field.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with families, professionals, and young people.
A commitment to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Required Experience and Qualifications

Experience working with young people in an educational/residential/social work or similar setting
Experience working with young people with additional needs, specifically SEMH and Autism
Experience working within the Careers sector (desirable)
GCSE in English and Maths (Grace C/4+)
Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance (desirable)
Full driving licence
Your new school:Quorn Hall School is a GOOD school. Last inspected in June 2025. This is your chance to join a staff team who look after each other and who value what everybody has to say. "The school has an ambitious vision to ensure that all pupils understand how to become successful learners. It realises this ambition through the four 'Rs' that encourage pupils to be 'respectful, responsible, resilient and reflective'." Ofsted, June 2025
We have super high aspirations for our pupils, and want you to be a part of their journey. Our pupils are funny and bright. "We believe in learners until they believe in themselves". Where previous schools have been unsuccessful in meeting the needs of learners, we are highly skilled at adapting teaching, the curriculum and provision so that pupils find the sense of belonging and achievement they have been missing.

We are an inclusive and forward thinking school that supports Children and Young People aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. We are a trauma informed school with therapeutic support at the heart of our provision. We are an incredibly friendly and welcoming school and are on a fantastic journey; we are growing, and with this comes the opportunity to embed the culture and system of a truly integrated education and therapy model.
Benefits include

Working with our pupils in a beautiful Grade II listed building and inspiring surrounding grounds
Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme where a 24 hour confidential helpline is available
Breakfast and Lunch provided daily
Free car parking
Supportive and proactive Wellbeing team
Excellent CPD with increased career opportunities and advancement for all staff
Many, many others… come and visit us to see for yourself!
If you're interested in making a real difference and impacting positively on the lives of our pupils, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply
For more information on how to apply and for a full application pack, please contact Mike Sherwin via the details below:

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Closing date for applications: Thursday 30th April 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 13th May 2026

Strong applications may be considered immediately upon receipt and before the closing date.
We do not accept CVs. All formal applications must be received on our school application form.
Quorn Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
I understand that if I am shortlisted for this role I will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) and complete a self disclosure for cautions and convictions.

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