An exciting position has arisen at this large, multi-cultural 11-18 community school to work as Careers Officer.
The successful candidate will be able to provide advice and guidance on careers and have excellent communication skills and be willing to learn and adapt quickly, ensuring all students are provided with impartial Advice and Guidance on careers, further education, Apprenticeships, Degree Apprenticeships, employment, work experience and other opportunities for progression.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to;
* Arranging one to one interviews for Year 11 students and selected at risk students in Years 10, 12 and 13,
* organising an annual Year 9 careers day,
* attend subject pathways evenings for Year 12,
* manage and grow the school's Alumni network via LinkedIn,
* To develop a programme of careers provision throughout the school from Year 7 -Year 13
* Manage and work with external relationships; Heathland Alumni’s, Unifrog, Apprentago, Innovate, SPARK!, West London Careers Hub, Local Authority and local Colleges
Please complete our application form which can be found on our website under VACANCIES, along with more information about the school and the position. Please address the and person specification in your supporting statement. The school does not accept CVs.
The application will need to be sent back with names and addresses of 2 Referees (including your current employer) via email to admin@heathland.hounslow.sch.uk for the attention of Mr S S Gill (Deputy Head) by 9am 24th February 2026. Please note references will be taken up in advance. We reserve the right to interview as suitable applications are received.
The school is located on a large site in Hounslow with excellent transport links and a large staff car park. The school is close to good transport links.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Heathland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.