Wycliffe College
Gloucestershire
Salary:
Circa £18K per annum (£36,000 FTE)
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
13 November 2025
Job overview
Wycliffe is seeking a committed and experienced Head of Futures to lead the design and delivery of an outstanding programme of Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG). This is a pivotal role in preparing our pupils for the opportunities and challenges of life beyond school; whether in further study, apprenticeships, or employment.
The Head of Futures will have both operational and strategic responsibilities: coordinating day-to-day provision, guiding pupils individually at key transitions, and embedding CEIAG across the curriculum in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks. You will also manage the careers budget, line-manage the Careers Administrator, and report regularly on destination data and impact. With strong partnerships already in place, you will work closely with employers, universities, training providers, alumni, and parents to enrich the careers offer. Looking ahead, you will lead the College's ambition to achieve an external Careers Quality Mark, ensuring our provision is recognised as sector-leading.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, lead, and evaluate a whole-College careers strategy aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks.
* Deliver individual and group careers guidance, particularly at key transition points.
* Organise careers events, employer talks, university visits, and work experience placements.
* Manage the careers budget and line-manage the Careers Administrator.
* Report regularly on the effectiveness of provision and pupil destinations to senior leaders and trustees.
* Engage parents and guardians in the CEIAG process through events, newsletters, and digital platforms.
* Build and maintain partnerships with employers, universities, apprenticeship providers, and alumni.
* Lead the College's ambition to achieve a Careers Quality Mark accreditation.
About You:
* Experienced in careers guidance, education, or a related field, ideally holding (or working towards) a Level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance.
* Knowledgeable about CEIAG frameworks, the Gatsby Benchmarks, and best practice in careers provision.
* Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
* Able to balance strategic planning with operational delivery.
* Motivated to secure external recognition for the College's careers provision.
Please see the full description and specification for more details or contact us to discuss the role informally.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible and by the closing date of Monday 13th October 2025. Interviews are likely to be held later that week.
Safeguarding Statement
Wycliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check is required before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer.
About Wycliffe College
Wycliffe College
Bristol Road, Stonehouse
Gloucestershire
GL10 2AF
United Kingdom
About Us
Wycliffe is an HMC co-educational day and boarding school. Wycliffe is located in Stonehouse, approximately 25 miles north of Bristol and 15 miles south of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Access via the motorway network is convenient (we are 3 miles from the M5) and there is a train station in Stonehouse (on the main line from London to Cheltenham) which is just a two minute walk from the school gates. In the Senior School pupils join at Year 9 (age 13) and continue until Year 13 (age 18). There are around 420 pupils in the school and 225 in the Sixth Form. Some 27 subjects are offered at A Level including Japanese, Film Studies, Computer Science and Psychology. Three BTECs are on offer as well as the EPQ. Main sports are rugby, football and cricket for boys with hockey, netball and tennis for girls. Wycliffe is the top school in the UK for squash, and excels at rowing and basketball and there is a thriving CCF. For further information and details about Wycliffe please look at our website at
Working for Us
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Employing around 350 people in both teaching and support roles, Wycliffe staff can also benefit from:
* contributory pension scheme
* reduction in school fees
* free meals during school term-time
* free use of gym, sports facilities and swimming pool
* training and development opportunities
* free on-site parking
* subsidised coffee-shop
If you're searching for your next teaching post, why not contact us now? You'll be working at a great school and be part of a friendly, helpful team.
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement
Wycliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check is required before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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