Careers Teacher (CEIAG) and Department Lead - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Heath Farm School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-6060-205T
• Posted:17/03/2026
• Pay:Up to £50,000.00 per annum
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:07/04/2026 at 13:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Job Title:  Careers Teacher (CEIAG) and Department Lead
Location:  Heath Farm School, Ashford, TN27 0AX
Hours:  35 per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:  Up to £50,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

In this combined leadership and teaching role, you will oversee the school’s Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme while leading high‑quality practice across the secondary phase. You will drive delivery of the Gatsby Benchmarks, build strong external partnerships, support colleagues to improve teaching and learning, and provide excellent pastoral care and classroom instruction. This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on teaching to ensure all students are well‑supported, inspired, and prepared for their next steps.

Key Responsibilities

CEIAG Leadership

• Lead the school’s careers programme and ensure compliance with the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks.
• Develop and evaluate CEIAG plans, reporting to senior leaders and governors.
• Track student destinations and maintain accurate careers information on the school website.

Careers Delivery & Coordination

• Teach careers, PSHE and sixth‑form guidance sessions.
• Manage work experience for Years 10–13 and coordinate employer encounters.
• Liaise with subject leaders to embed careers education across the curriculum.

External Links

• Build partnerships with FE colleges, apprenticeship providers, universities and employers.
• Manage external careers services and secure funding for careers initiatives.

Secondary Phase Leadership

• Coach, mentor and support teachers to improve practice and raise achievement.
• Contribute to school strategic planning and monitor teaching and learning quality.
• Lead transition arrangements and coordinate trips and enrichment activities.

Pastoral, Behaviour & Safeguarding

• Serve as a class tutor, delivering RE, PSHE, Skills Builder and wellbeing lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and identify students needing additional support.
• Uphold safeguarding, data protection and school policies.

What you will bring:

• A genuine belief in every child’s potential to thrive and succeed
• A commitment to providing pupils with opportunities, choice, and positive pathways
• Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for practical, hands-on teaching
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• UK QTS (desirable)
• A Full UK Driving Licence

Information about the school

About the School

We are an independent SEN school that offers a unique and stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. From our nurturing approach for primary pupils through to the relaxed working environment of the specialist College Provision, all students are encouraged to reach high standards in every aspect of their lives.

Our pupils present with a wide range of needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, mental health problems and associated conditions. However, they are able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes and be happy at school.

We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Claire Harrap-Stanley
• Address:Charing Heath, Ashford, Kent, TN27 0AX
• Telephone: 01233 712030
• Email: enquiries@heathfarmschool.org

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