Careers Adviser
Thomas Keble School, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 7DY3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 1 day per week, term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade: G (points 8-20): Part time (1 day per week), term time only
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a passionate and qualified dedicated Careers Adviser, looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people, to join our supportive team and provide all students with valuable experiences of the workplace and encounters with diverse employers throughout their educational journey from Years 7 to 11.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-to-one and small group individual advice and guidance (IAG) interviews for students in Years 7-11 to support their progression towards post-16 education, apprenticeships, or employment. - Identify and assist students at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) through targeted support and collaboration with external agencies.
Ideal Candidate: - Qualified Careers Advisor with a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development or pursuing this qualification. - Show demonstrable experience in providing impartial careers advice to young people, preferably in an educational setting. - Familiarity with UK post-16 pathways, including A-levels, T-levels, vocational qualifications, and apprenticeships. - Strong understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks and relevant statutory guidance for careers education. - Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach to supporting students. - Empathetic and approachable, able to build trust and rapport with students, parents, and staff alike.
Benefits on Offer: - A rewarding and impactful role within a supportive and collaborative team. - Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement. - Access to a wealth of resources and support for effective career guidance.
What the school offers its staff
At Thomas Keble, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages all individuals to thrive. If you are eager to inspire and empower students in shaping their future, we would love to hear from you. You will join a friendly team of staff, who are dedicated to ensuring that all learners reach their full potential. In our recent Ofsted, July 2023, the Inspection Team said:
"Thomas Keble continues to be a Good School."
“Leaders have created a nurturingenvironment which supports pupils to learn and achieve well.”
“Pupils’ behaviouris calm and friendlyand disruption to learning is rare.”
“Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported”
“Pupils feel happy and safe at school.”
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Thomas Keble School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff, Trustees, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Our aim is to ensure child protection concerns and referrals are handled sensitively, professionally and in ways that support specific needs of the individual child. Through providing a caring, safe and stimulating environment we aim to foster an atmosphere of trust, respect and security. Our staff form a part of a wider safeguarding system for children and will work together with children’s services, the police, health services and other agencies.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
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About Thomas Keble School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 722 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Thomas Keble School website
- Email address
- recruitment@thomaskeble.gloucs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01452 770301
Thomas Keble is a very successful 11 - 16 comprehensive school, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Cotswolds. As a school community we work hard and go the extra mile for our student body, who in return , are warm, welcoming and well-motivated. We are proud of our consistent approach that delivers very positive behaviour and strong discipline which allows us to enjoy learning and teaching in a a first class atmosphere of mutual respect.
Arranging a visit to Thomas Keble School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thomaskeble.gloucs.sch.uk.
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