The Deanery CE Academy is a growing school, in the heart of the community of Wichelstowe with the most amazing facilities, inspirational staff and incredible students. We believe that we have a duty to enable all our students to flourish when they are at school, to enable them to live life in all its fullness- this is the foundation of our ethos and will form a significant part of our dialogue in all aspects of school life.
We have now entered our fifth year, we are looking to appoint a permanent Careers Lead to join our team to help prepare our students for the choices available to them in further education, training and apprenticeships and employment and take responsibility and accountability for the delivery our the Academy's programme of careers and guidance to our students.
The successful candidate will be required:
To prepare and implement a careers guidance plan;
Review and evaluate careers guidance and provide information for school improvement planning, Ofsted and other purposes;
Report on guidance advise to senior leaders and governors;
Understand the impacts of changing education landscapes for careers guidance;
Ensure compliance with the school's legal requirements to provide independent careers guidance and publish the relevant information on the school's website
Build relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure the best possible support for our students
In return, as part of the Dioceses of Bristol Academies Trust we can offer you:
the support of a committed leadership team
the family engagement and network support of DBAT and its academies
high quality training
a welcoming, friendly and cohesive staff team
delightful, appreciative enthusiastic students and the support and encouragement of our friendly and aspirational parents and carers
School visits are encouraged and welcomed. Please contact the Campus Coordinator (Michelle Bishop) at The Deanery to find out more about the role and to arrange a visit to the Academy.
Please complete the full application form along with a cover letter/Personal Statement.
Please read the Job Description before applying for this role.
This role is 30 hours a week, 39 weeks per year.
Salary H9 £26,323 - £29,300 (pro rata) £18,263 - £20,329 (actual)
Closing Date : Friday 19th April 2024 at 9am, however please note that is a suitable candidate is found, the advert may close sooner, so applying early is advised.
Interviews: TBC
The Diocese of Bristol Academies Trust (DBAT) is a highly regarded and well-established church-led Multi-Academy Trust for church and community schools in the Diocese of Bristol. We bring together schools from diverse communities to collaboratively create the best possible learning opportunities for all pupils; a workplace of choice for staff; and a welcoming family of schools working supportively within our communities.
Safeguarding Statement:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons. This appointment will be subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure; Disclosure by association document; proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please note the proof of right to work in the UK will be required at interview.
