How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job title: Careers Lead
Location: Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Nr Lancaster, LA2 0HA
Salary: £25,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Careers Lead to join our close-knit team at Crookhey Hall School.
About the role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Careers Lead to continue and lead an outstanding careers education, information, advice, and guidance (CEIAG) programme tailored to the diverse needs of our pupils.
The successful candidate will work closely with staff, students, families, and external partners to ensure all pupils have access to high-quality, meaningful careers support and experiences.
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of a whole-school careers strategy aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks and tailored for SEN learners. Provide one-to-one and group careers guidance to students across all key stages.
Liaise with local employers, training providers, colleges, and other stakeholders to build strong partnerships and create pathways for post-16 and post-19 transitions. Arrange suitable and engaging work experience for our students throughout the whole school.
Monitor and evaluate careers activities and ensure compliance with statutory guidance, including the Baker Clause.
Essential:
* Level 6 Careers Guidance qualification (e.g., Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development) – this is a mandatory requirement.
* Knowledge of current careers education policy, best practices, and the Gatsby Benchmarks.
* Experience of working with children and young people with SEN and a strong understanding of the barriers they may face in accessing education, training, or employment.
* Experience working within a school setting or similar educational environment (desirable)
About the School
Crookhey Hall School is a Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 17 years of age. We provide young people with an educational experience that will not only extend their academic and vocational social skills and abilities but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.
Crookhey Hall School has a 15-acre setting in countryside south of Cockerham, near Lancaster. Due to the location, it would be beneficial for candidates to have a driving licence.
The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil’s potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.
Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Acorn Education?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
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