Careers Leader

Essential Qualifications and training

• GCSE maths and English (C+/4+)
• Level 6 Diploma in Careers Advice and Guidance or equivalent

• A degree in a relevant subject area

• Work in a school/college environment or with young people
• Office administration experience
• Leadership and management experience in a school environmentor other relevant organisation
• Networking experience across multiple stakeholders

• Organisational and administrative skills
• Competent with common IT systems, e.g. Microsoft Office
• High standards of communication (verbal and written)
• Time management and planning
• Ability to lead and work as a member of a team to achieve agreed objectives
• Ability to establish and develop strong professional relationships
• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively, and knowledge of relevant data protection practices
• Knowledge of the higher education and careers market
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation on careers in school,including the Gatsby Benchmarks
• Awareness and understanding of special educational needs and disability
• Cultural literacy, and experience serving a diverse community

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with colleagues and pupils
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding pupil wellbeing and equality
• Resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference to children and young people