Careers Leader – Twynham School and The Grange School
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About the Post
We are looking to appoint an exceptional and inspirational Careers Leader to lead our high-performing CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) provision across our two federated schools in Christchurch.
This is a very rare and exciting opportunity to shape the futures of our students through impactful, strategic careers guidance and employer engagement. It offers 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year.
We are looking for a colleague deeply passionate about careers education and seeking genuine influence and professional growth. Twynham School and The Grange School federation (known as “Twynham TGS”) is firmly established and offers unparalleled innovation.
What Our Parents Say About Twynham School
* "The staff at Twynham School truly know my child and have supported them at every stage of their educational journey."
* "Twynham School sets high expectations for behaviour and academic success, all within a caring and supportive environment."
What Our Students Say
* "I feel safe at Twynham School."
* "I am supported and challenged to be the best I can be."
* "I love the wide variety of extracurricular activities available."
What Our Staff Say
* "I feel valued as part of a collaborative team, both within Twynham School and across our trust."
* "There are fantastic opportunities for professional development and career growth."
Who Are We Looking For
* Lead and develop CEIAG across our two secondary schools.
* Further improve the already excellent careers provision in both schools.
* Deliver the Twynham TGS Careers Strategy in line with the Gatsby benchmarks.
* Work in partnership with senior leaders, curriculum staff, employers and external agencies.
* Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our safeguarding and child protection policies.
Potential Candidates
* An inspirational and strategic leader of CEIAG.
* Passionate about the power of careers education to transform lives.
* Knowledgeable about post-16 and post-18 pathways, including apprenticeships and higher education.
* Confident in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including employers, parents and external agencies.
* Ambitious for career development, and willing to undertake or already hold a QCF Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development.
Our Values
* Aim high.
* Keep improving.
* Don’t leave anyone behind.
* See the bigger picture.
Twynham TGS can offer you
* The chance to be part of an exciting educational journey.
* The opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues and wonderful young people and their families.
* An exceptional CPD offer, from middle leadership through to preparation for senior and system leadership.
* Strong and supportive leadership who place value on learning beyond the classroom.
* The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast.
* Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling and practical support.
* Access to trust-wide and national discounts on a wide variety of major brands, local services and retailers.
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