Post 16 Lead - CMB1815e

Job reference REQ00000018419 Date posted 28/05/2025 Application closing date 15/06/2025 Location CARLISLE & WORKINGTON Salary £41,511- £42,708 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank Job description Location: Cumbria House, Carlisle or West Cumbria House, Workington Salary: £41,511- £42,708 per annum Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent About this opportunity Are you passionate about helping young people thrive beyond school? Cumberland Council’s Virtual School is seeking a dedicated Post 16 Lead to champion the education, employment, and training outcomes of care-experienced young people. In this rewarding role, you’ll ensure that every young person has access to high-quality education and support, with a strong focus on Personal Education Plans (PEPs), smooth transitions, and preparation for adulthood. We’re looking for someone with experience working with vulnerable young people, ideally in education or care settings, and a strong understanding of post-16 pathways and statutory guidance. You’ll work closely with schools, colleges, social care teams, and partner agencies to build relationships, deliver training, and ensure young people’s voices are heard. Join a supportive and forward-thinking team making a real difference in the lives of young people across Cumberland. Who we’re looking for We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation\’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role. Cumberland Council is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of \’Good’ for our Children’s Services, demonstrating our dedication and strong commitment to providing high-quality services for children and families. Ofsted recognised that staff unanimously report a ‘real buzz about working in Cumberland’ and that they feel ‘energised, valued and listened to’, observing that ‘leaders have established a strong Cumberland identity that staff can be proud of’. Contact For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Ed Strong by email at edward.strong@cumbria.gov.uk . DBS Checks This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check. Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and/or Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and/or Children. Guaranteed Interviews We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role. Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010 Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select \’yes\’ to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more . Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk . While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs. Application and Interview information Closing date: 15 th June 2025 Interview date: TBC Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed. Please read the supporting information: Post Specification Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more: Our Staff Benefits Candidate Support About Cumberland Council #J-18808-Ljbffr