Careers Lead and Advisor

School Careers Lead and Advisor

37 hours a week (Mon-Thurs: 8:30am – 4:30pm; Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm), term time plus two weeks (these two weeks would have to be the Exam Results fortnight, currently the last two weeks in August, to support the university and sixth form enrolment processes).

GRADE: H7/H8 on the Hertfordshire support staff pay range (FTE: £32,061-£37,280) (pro-rata: £29,079 – £33,664)

Are you seeking an opportunity to lead careers in a dynamic school? If so, St Mary’s CE High School is looking for you to join us as a Careers Lead and Advisor.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Careers Adviser (who has achieved the Level 6 accreditation) to join our school, to provide careers advice, guidance and support to individuals and groups of young people from Year 7 through to Year 13.

You will produce tailored careers information, advice, and guidance to meet the needs of our young people, as well as conducting personal advice interviews in Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. You will lead programmes and activities across all ages in the school, that open the students’ minds to the world of further and higher education, as well as apprenticeships and employability. You will support the planning of the areas of our PSHE programme that relate to careers and employability, as well as planning and delivering Work Experience in Year 10 and Year 12.

In return we will support you with your ongoing professional development and membership of a professional body such as the Career Development Institute.

The school takes induction for those new to the school, and their continuing professional development very seriously. Please read what the Head Teacher has to say about this here: Induction and Development.

Applicants do not need to be practising Christians, but would be expected to uphold our Christian principles of trust, forgiveness, compassion, thankfulness, friendship and love, as well as our vision where, ‘Through God’s love, we are the rich soil where seeds flourish and roots grow’.

Please complete the St Mary’s application form which is downloadable from the website.

Please note that safeguarding students of the School is a priority.  All appointments to posts in the School are made through stringent adherence to the requirements of ‘Keeping Children safe in Education’. As there is a high degree of contact with children an enhanced disclosure will be sought for this post through the Criminal Records Bureau as part of pre-employment checks.

Application Deadline: 9am on 6th January 2026

Interviews: TBC

Start date: TBC

 

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Cover Supervisor

H6 (14-19) 32.5 hours per week (8 am to 3pm -term-time only)

Actual Salary £22,464 – £24,316 pa

Are you a calm, confident, reliable person with a ‘can-do’ attitude?

Are you committed to enabling all young people to achieve their maximum potential?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Education Support team. You will supervise classes during absence of the class teacher under the guidance of teaching/senior staff. You will implement work programmes, manage student behaviour for learning and assist students with their learning activities to promote rapid progress and high standards of attainment.

Please note that safeguarding students at the school is a priority. All appointments to posts in the school are made through stringent adherence to the requirements of ‘Keeping Children safe in Education’. As there is a high degree of contact with children an enhanced disclosure will be sought for this post through the Criminal Records Bureau as part of pre-employment checks.  All appointments also require satisfactory references.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates before the closing deadline.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 15th December 2025

Interview Date: W/C Monday 15th December 2025

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Volunteer Governors

Shape the Future: Volunteer as a School Trustee/Governor

St Mary’s CE High School, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

Are you an experienced leader ready to make a real difference? Join our Trustee Board and help shape the lives of nearly 1,000 young people at St Mary’s CE High School. We’re seeking two passionate volunteers—especially those with financial, strategic, or business expertise—to guide our school’s vision and ensure every student thrives.

Why Join Us?

  • Transform Lives: Your strategic insight will directly impact educational outcomes, supporting students from diverse backgrounds to reach their full potential.
  • Lead with Purpose: Oversee school performance, champion our Christian ethos, and help drive long-term success for our community.
  • Grow and Give Back: Develop your own leadership in a non-executive role, expand your network, and give back to society in a deeply rewarding way—all on a pro bono basis.

What We’re Looking For

  • Broad business and strategic leadership experience
  • Skills in finance, strategic planning, risk or change management, or stakeholder engagement
  • Commitment to attending five board meetings per year (Mondays, 5pm, in person) and contributing to one of our key committees

Support and Community

You’ll be welcomed by a supportive Chair and Governance Professional, with access to training and resources to help you succeed.

Ready to inspire change? Contact the Clerk to the Governing Body at clerk@st-maryshigh.herts.sch.uk to learn more.

All roles are voluntary and pro bono. Foundation Governors may meet with local Parish Church Committees prior to appointment.

 

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