University Advisor & CAS Co-Ordinator

The English International School of Padova seeks to employ a University Advisor & CAS Co-Ordinator for our High school.  We are looking for a motivated and committed professional who will work with our students and provide  high quality guidance and support as they prepare for University.  The role also includes the co-ordination of our CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service) programme, a key element of our IB Diploma programme.

We are looking for: 

• A flexible, adaptable and committed team player who would like to contribute positively to the further development of our High School
• To work collaboratively with our students and their families on developing their university ambitions and career aspirations
• To monitor individual student progress throughout the university application process and to appropriately support and intervene when necessary
• To lead and co-ordinate our CAS programme, ensuring all students in Yr11 & Yr12 have access to a high quality CAS experience
• To monitor and review student progress as students undertake their CAS journey - Guiding them to ensure they have a rich and productive experience

What we will offer you:

• A small, dynamic and supportive  International school setting
• The scope to offer you a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities - Excellent CPD opportunities, ensuring you have appropriate access to high quality training and qualifications appropriate to the role
• Opportunities for further career progression
• The support of dedicated senior leaders, the wider teaching community and administration staff
• Students who are polite, mature and aspirational

Please note only selected applicants will be contacted by email for further details and to schedule an interview via Skype. Due to difficulties in obtaining residence visas and employment documents, we can consider applications only from citizens of the European Union or those who have already obtained the right to be employed in Italy.  Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and fully enhanced DBS checks.

Starting date is 7th January 2020