Careers Officer (Prince Henry’s Grammar School)

Prince Henry’s is an over-subscribed comprehensive school with over 1660 students, including around 350 in the Sixth Form. Our Ofsted Report (November 2024) confirms us as an outstanding school across all areas. Regardless of our current success, we strive for the continuous improvement of our educational provision so that our students are fully prepared for 21st century society. We serve the market town of Otley (in the Wharfe Valley) and the surrounding villages including Pool, Bramhope and Adel. The Wharfe Valley is a wonderful region in which to live and work. It is close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, yet also benefits from good transport links to key towns and cities across the country. Of particular interest to new members of staff is the emphasis placed on high quality professional development. Prince Henry’s is a strategic partner in the Red Kite Teaching School Alliance and as such we work with our partners to develop and deliver high quality CPL to staff in our own school and across the region. This ensures good access to development opportunities for our teaching and associate staff.

Job Description

NJC Grade SO1 SCP 23 – 25

Actual Salary £26,847 to £28,350 per annum

Permanent, 35 hours per week

Term Time Only, Plus 2 Days

Required April 2025

The Careers Officer is responsible for offering advice, support and guidance to the student population. They are responsible for expanding, establishing and improving links with external agencies, and evidencing effective communication between the school’s key pastoral systems. The successful candidate will be supported by the school’s Senior Leadership Team and will work closely with the nominated SLT Careers link to ensure students at Prince Henry’s Grammar School receive outstanding careers experiences, advice and guidance.

The Successful Applicant Will Have

• Recognised relevant qualification(s) or equivalent experience at NVQ Level III, GNVQ or A Level
• Knowledge of the pathways and progression routes available to students as they progress through Year 7-13 and beyond.
• Ability to enthuse and motivate students
• Recent similar work in a school or other organisation dealing with young people
• A commitment to positive teamwork and collaboration to achieve results

In Return, We Offer

• Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities as part of an experienced and outstanding Ofsted team
• A positive environment where students are able to learn and achieve
• A general benefits package

Please see the attached recruitment booklet for the full job description and person specification.

Benefits

Staff wellbeing perks and benefits, including a cycle to work and tech scheme, store and gym discounts. Free on-site parking and canteen diner, great pension scheme.

Desired Criteria

Please see the attached recruitment booklet

Essential Criteria

Please see the attached recruitment booklet

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