Careers Leader in Ipswich

We are looking for an inspirational Careers Leader to plan and implement a strategy for developing a Career Programme for the Academy that meets all eight of the Gatsby benchmarks of good practice and prepares young people for the choices and transitions in education, training and employment.

Working up to 37 hours per week school term time plus 1 week (39 weeks per year), you will be providing professional career guidance services, including personal guidance interviews, in order to improve pupils’ skills, knowledge and understanding for career planning and management. The post holder will be expected to hold or be prepared to work towards the Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development. Hours may be negotiable if required, depending on the candidate.

Stoke High School – Ormiston Academy is a popular, inclusive secondary school with a strong community feel. We are a mixed, fully comprehensive school, serving the local area. We are committed to providing a first-class education to our students and ensuring that all students are challenged, stimulated and equipped for the complex demands of the future. Our core values of ‘respect, inspire, achieve’ are key to our success in developing an ever-improving school. We value staff and students and have created a positive, forward thinking environment in which everyone can thrive. Our ambition is to be the best school in Ipswich and we invite you to join us on our journey to excellence.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

• Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background.
• Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
• We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child.
• It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact.
• If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive.
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve.
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities.
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Karen Baldwin, Principal, on 01473 601252. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us and help shape the future of our students, we encourage you to apply today! The closing date for applications is 22 June 2026. Early applications are welcomed, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Stoke High School – Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.