Aspirations, Careers and Work Experience Lead
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary Scale Point: SCP24 - 27 (dependent on experience) FTE: £22,401 - £24,657 (this will be pro-rated in line with Academy Terms and Conditions)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2019
Job overview
Aspirations, Careers and Work Experience Lead
35 hours per week
40 weeks per year (Term Time Plus 1 week)
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is an oversubscribed and thriving Church of England School, recognised by Ofsted as ‘Improving the life chances of all our pupils’ (May 2017). There are exciting opportunities to join our motivated and ambitious team driven by the mantra of high expectations – no excuses.
We are looking to appoint an Aspirations, Careers and Work Experience Lead to provide high quality, independent information enabling our students to make informed realistic decisions about their future learning and employment pathways.
The successful candidate may have previous experience but could also be a graduate candidate who is passionate about changing and shaping the lives for our young people - All training for the role and relevant qualifications will be provided and funded for the right candidate!
This is a good opportunity for someone who has had experience in education or alternatively no experience but looking to progress and develop the skills and qualifications required to become an effective aspirational leader.
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Aspirations, Careers and Work Experience Lead who will:
- Provide a comprehensive Careers advice service for students 11-18 years
- be passionate and committed to raising the aspirations of our young people.
- Arrange Work Experience
- Liaise with employers
- Provide support, encouragement and engagement to all students, promoting our high expectations - no excuses ethos at all times.
- Ensure staff, students and parents are aware of CEIAG support and availability and lead sessions to raise awareness as appropriate.
This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in an academy that has 21st century facilities, and will improve the lives of future generations of students and the community in Bournemouth.
We are proud of our unique Christian ethos and links with the local church communities. We welcome applications from prospective new staff prepared to share in the experience of school improvement.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks.
The Principal is happy to offer tours of the Academy to prospective candidates. For an application pack please email Francesca Welsh, HR at francesca.welsh@tbowa.org, addressing your covering letter to Mr Paul McKeown, Principal.
Closing date for applications: 6th February 2019
Attached documents
About The Bishop of Winchester Academy
The Bishop of Winchester Academy, based in Bournemouth, Dorset, is a Church of England secondary school that prides itself on its curriculum, governance and outstanding student behaviour. Students aged 11-18 experience teaching in new state-of-the-art buildings and have first-class resources at their fingertips. The school operates in an area where there are schools that select for entry on grounds of ability.
The mixed secondary school was opened in September 2010 as a sponsor-led academy. In September 2014, the Bishop of Winchester Academy extended its educational opportunities by opening its own sixth form.
Headteacher
Paul McKeown
Values and vision
The Bishop of Winchester Academy encourages its students to become independent learners, taking responsibility for their own education. This inspires personal confidence and pride in their accomplishments. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and community culture.
The secondary school has excellent facilities and strong Christian values. Students of others faiths and none are also welcomed into the school community.
Ofsted report
“The outstanding curriculum has a significant impact on increasing students’ attendance and enjoyment of learning and on the improvements in their achievement.”
“Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development permeates the life of the academy.”
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