Careers Leader

Essential Qualifications and training

GCSE maths and English (C+/4+)

Level 6 Diploma in Careers Advice and Guidance or equivalent

Desirable Qualifications and training

A degree in a relevant subject area

Essential Experience

Work in a school/college environment or with young people

Office administration experience

Leadership and management experience in a school environment

or other relevant organisation

Networking experience across multiple stakeholders

Essential Skills and knowledge

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

Personal qualities

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