Careers and Cultural Capital Advisor in Sunderland

Grade 8 £37,280 - £39,152 per annum, actual pro rata salary to weeks worked is £32,175 - £33,791 per annum (pay award pending) 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days. To start September 2026.

Monkwearmouth Academy has been graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2023. The report highlights the school’s rapid improvement, courteous and respectful pupils, and a carefully sequenced ambitious curriculum.

• Developing and implementing a whole‑school strategy for careers, ensuring that it is aligned with national and local guidance and best practice.
• Leading and managing the delivery of high‑quality careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG) to all students across the school, working in partnership with parents, carers, external organisations and higher education institutions.
• Ensuring the development of cultural capital opportunities for students, including trips, visits and extra‑curricular activities, to ensure that they have the widest possible exposure to the world of work and culture.
• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of careers and cultural capital provision, and using data to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of provision.
• Contributing to the wider school leadership team, and working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that careers and cultural capital are integrated into the wider school curriculum and ethos.
• Providing 1:1 and group guidance to students across key stages.
• Supporting delivery of the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks and maintaining standards.
• Designing and delivering high‑impact careers events and activities ensuring that they meet individual needs and aspirations.

• A relevant professional qualification in careers guidance (e.g. Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development), and/or extensive experience of working in a careers and guidance role in an educational setting.
• Excellent knowledge of national and local guidance and legislation relating to CEIAG and cultural capital, and a proven track record of successfully implementing these in practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including students, parents, carers, external organisations and higher education institutions.
• Excellent analytical and data management skills, with the ability to use data to monitor and evaluate the impact of provision, and make evidence‑based decisions.
• A commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring that all students have access to the same opportunities and support.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of our students. We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme. Opportunities are also available for Trust‑wide working and career development opportunities.

The deadline for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 19 June 2026 and interviews will take place week commencing 22 June 2026. All applications must be submitted via the MyNewTerm portal.

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who discloses a disability where their application meets the minimum criteria for the post.