- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1078 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Plympton Academy website
Careers Leader and Advisor
More than one location, The Thinking Schools Academy Trust4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
2 November 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
8 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 29.6 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, 4 days per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,848 - £38,944
Actual salary
- £23,183 - £27,520 (Pay Award Pending)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a passionate and highly organised Careers Lead ready to inspire the next generation?
We have an extraordinary opportunity for you to join our dynamic team, making a tangible impact across both Plympton Academy and Plymouth High School for Girls.
This isn't just a job; it's a chance to truly shape lives. You'll be at the forefront of leading and developing exceptional careers education, information, advice, and guidance (CEIAG), empowering students across both vibrant school communities to confidently navigate their future pathways.
We're Looking for Someone Who:
Holds a Certificate in Careers Leadership (a full Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development is highly preferred).
Is a Career Development Institute Registered Professional, bringing expert knowledge and best practices to the role.
Possesses a full UK driving licence, has access to their own vehicle, and is insured for business use, enabling seamless travel between our two fantastic schools.
If you're driven by the desire to support young people in making informed, impactful choices about their next steps and future journeys, then we are eager to hear from you! Come make a difference with us.
What the school offers its staff
Plympton Academy and Plymouth High School for Girls
At Plympton Academy, we’re all about creating a culture of success that goes beyond academics. We’re focused on fostering resilience, creativity, and the drive to help everyone, students and staff, achieve their dreams. Our vibrant, supportive environment is designed to unlock everyone’s potential, and we collaborate with the best schools locally and nationally to ensure we’re always evolving with the latest teaching practices.
Learn more about Plympton Academy herePlymouth High School for Girls is a respected City selective Grammar school known for its engaging curriculum and supportive environment. Our students thrive in a small, friendly school where collaboration and flexibility ensure the best possible experience.Learn more about Plymouth High School for girls
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.
That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.
Learn more about our Vision and Values here
Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?
We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:
- Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
- Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
- TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
What next?
If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our award winning Trust and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today!
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder (PA to the Headteacher) by email:Fay.Carder@plymptonacademy.tsat.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About the schools
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- Fay.Carder@plymptonacademy.tsat.uk
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and the South West.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:
o Think about their Thinking
o Be their Best self
o Shape their Success
In this way we transform life chances
School Details
Plympton Academy
Plymouth High School for Girls
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 795 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Plymouth High School for Girls website
Arranging a visit to The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Fay.Carder@plymptonacademy.tsat.uk.
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