Careers Adviser

Accountable to: SLT Careers Lead

Contract Type: 19.5 hours per week Term time 1 week (46 paid weeks)

Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Salary: Grade 8 (Points 27-31) 38220 - 41771 (Actual salary 17770 - 19421)

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Careers Advisor to support students in planning and progressing onto meaningful post-16 and post-18 pathways including further education apprenticeships and employment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all students receive high-quality impartial careers guidance that enables them to make informed decisions about their future.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the personal development and future success of young people within a supportive school community. As Careers Advisor you will work closely with the SLT Careers Lead pastoral teams and curriculum staff to deliver a comprehensive careers programme aligned with national guidance and Gatsby Benchmarks. You will provide one-to-one guidance organise careers events and employer engagement opportunities and support students with applications interviews and transition planning as well as work experience.

The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking community-focused school within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership a successful and growing Trust committed to investing in its staff and facilities. Based in the heart of Somerset the successful applicant will benefit from beautiful surroundings a strong commitment to continued professional development and join a welcoming and supportive staff community.

What We Are Looking For:

A Level 6 qualified Careers Advisor with experience providing careers education information advice and guidance (CEIAG) to young people

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students staff parents and external partners

Knowledge of post-16 and post-18 pathways including further education apprenticeships training and employment routes

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage guidance appointments events and records effectively

An understanding of Gatsby Benchmarks and careers programme delivery in schools

A student-centred approach with a passion for helping young people achieve their ambitions

What We Offer:

A well-resourced and well-maintained school site with a clear premises improvement plan

A strong and supportive staff team who are committed to student success

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training through the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership

A commitment to staff wellbeing with manageable workloads and a positive working environment

Access to a Cycle to Work scheme employee benefits platform and free eye tests

The chance to make a real impact on the daily experience of students and staff

Safeguarding Statement:

Preston School and the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity gender transgender age disability sexual orientation or religion.