Careers Leader
Newcastle Sixth Form College
Newcastle upon Tyne
- Expired
- Salary:
- up to £30,175 per annum, appropriate to the experience of the candidate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 24 June 2019
Job overview
Careers Leader
up to £30,175 per annum, appropriate to the experience of the candidate.
Newcastle Sixth Form College is the largest provider of A Levels in Newcastle-upon -Tyne with over 1200 students on a full time academic programme.
The college has a good reputation for high quality work related learning and strong progression of students to high quality destinations. The Careers Leader coordinates a thorough programme of work related learning including student 1:1's, high quality group sessions, and rigorous use of data to monitor interactions and progression. The large majority of students at NSFC progress to university and you will coordinate coaches and teaching staff to ensure that students are successful in their UCAS applications. You will look to build on the strong practice in the college by building links with employers, universities, alumni and other stakeholders.
You will be a member of the Wider College Leadership Team and will work closely with the Head of Learning Support and Lead Personal Development Coach to ensure that students are fully supported throughout their time at the college. You will be working to achieve the Quality in Careers Standard.
This is an exciting opportunity for both existing leaders and experienced, successful professionals who are ready for the challenge of a middle leadership role. If you have high expectations of yourself, those you lead and those you support, we would love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from colleagues with experience in schools, sixth form colleges and other post-16 A Level providers. Prospective candidates are welcome to contact the Sixth Form to arrange a visit.
We expect our staff to be positive role models for young people and we celebrate our diverse community, therefore we encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, beliefs or disability.
"Newcastle Sixth Form College is for people - like me - who are ready to take the step up from school. Students can study the subjects they want in a welcoming and diverse community and environment of mutual respect. At NSFC I have more independence and receive exceptional support from inspiring teachers"
James, current lower sixth student
Closing Date: Friday 24 June 2019
Interview Date: Week commencing 1 July
To apply please click here.
Newcastle Sixth Form College is part of NCG, one of the biggest college groups in the UK.
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About Newcastle Sixth Form College
- Newcastle Sixth Form College
- Westmorland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Tyne and Wear
- NE4 7SA
- United Kingdom
Newcastle Sixth Form College
Established in 2013, Newcastle Sixth Form College focuses on academic qualifications with an emphasis on providing students with the qualifications they need to progress to University.
NSFC attracts students from over 100 schools from Newcastle and across the North East to access our dedicated facilities and broad A Level offer, with 27 subjects available to study.
Our students choose NSFC for our inclusive approach. They welcome the opportunity to study subject combinations that allow them to progress, in an environment which bridges the gap between school and university. We have also developed a strong ‘respect’ ethos within the college and student feedback indicates that they feel safe and supported regardless of their background, gender or other characteristics; this is because we strongly maintain that there should be no barrier to success at NSFC.
As well as expert A Level tuition we have an enrichment offer of over 40 activities designed to socially and physically develop our students and help prepare them for their next step.
We are active members of both the Association of Colleges and the Sixth Form Colleges Association.
View our 2022-23 Course Guide. CLICK HERE
Working at Newcastle Sixth Form College
We have 100 staff, around 70 of whom are teachers. The college offers the opportunity for enthusiastic subject specialists to focus on Key Stage 5 delivery, working with highly motivated students.
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