Careers and Futures Lead

Required: September 2026 Contract: Permanent, Working Hours: 30 hours per week (4 days) Accountable to: Associate Vice Principal Personal Development & Attendance About the Role: We are seeking an inspiring and strategic Careers Lead to design, deliver and evaluate a high-quality Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme for students aged 11–18. This is a key role within the academy, focused on embedding a strong careers culture and ensuring all students develop the knowledge, skills and experiences required to progress confidently into further education, higher education, apprenticeships or employment. Working closely with senior leaders and governors, you will lead the Careers and Futures strategy, oversee a progressive CEIAG curriculum across Years 7–13, and deliver high-quality guidance at key transition points, including Personal Guidance interviews. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong partnership working with employers, universities and training providers, helping to create meaningful opportunities that raise aspirations and support progression. About You: You will be committed to ensuring equitable access to high-quality careers provision for all students, with a clear focus on inclusion, aspiration and positive outcomes. You will bring experience of delivering CEIAG to young people aged 11–18, alongside a strong understanding of progression pathways, safeguarding and student needs. A degree-level qualification and a Level 6 Careers Guidance qualification (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards this, are essential, together with a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will be highly organised, proactive and student-centred, with strong communication, partnership-building and project management skills. Confidence in using data to inform practice and drive continuous improvement is essential, including maintaining effective oversight of UniFrog and other careers systems. Knowledge of national