East Sussex County Council
Guidance Leader - Secondary Phase (Cavendish Education Trust - Cavendish Secondary School)
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Guidance Leader - Secondary Phase (Cavendish Education Trust - Cavendish Secondary School)
Guidance Leader – Cavendish School – Secondary Phase
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
- Working Pattern: Full-time, term-time only (Including INSET days, plus an extra week in school holidays)
- Single Status Grade: 6 Points: 14-16
- Salary Range (pro rata): £26,824 - £27,694 Actual Pay: £23,768 - £24,538
- Start Date: 1 September 2026
- Closing Date: 9am, Monday 13 July 2026
- Interview Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026
About the Role
Cavendish Education Trust are seeking to appoint a Guidance Leader in the Secondary Phase of our All-through School.
This role plays a critical role in enhancing pastoral care within our school. The selected candidate will be a positive, driven professional, able to inspire and support our students to thrive academically, personally, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated support to a year group as the primary Guidance Leader, working closely alongside Head of Year
- Work with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (Secondary Phase), ensuring robust safeguarding processes are in place
- Lead and manage a team with excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Engage with and deeply understand the needs of young people within the school
- Engage effectively with parents, students, staff, and external agencies
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Key Requirements
Core Skills & Attributes
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- An inspiring and motivating approach to working with pupils
- A passionate commitment to providing outstanding pastoral care, encouraging a mindset of achievement and meeting individuals’ potential
- The ability to build strong and positive relationships with students, fostering personal, social, emotional, and academic development
- A dedication to training and professional development, contributing to ongoing school improvement
- A team player mentality, collaborating effectively with school staff
Application & Important Notes
- Applications open: Open until filled (applications will close early if sufficient candidates are received)
- NB: We strongly advise applying promptly
- Please note:
- CVs not accepted – Must submit applications via the official recruitment platform
- This role is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018 – applicants must complete a self-declaration form during pre-employment checks
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Required Checks
Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Services) check is mandatory for this role.
How to Apply
For full details on application methods or to discuss the role, please contact:
Cavendish Education Trust – Cavendish Secondary School Eldon Road Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 1UE Phone: 01323 731340 Email: hr@cet.uk Website: www.cet.uk Recruitment Vacancies Platform
Safeguarding Commitment
Cavendish Education Trust is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and requires all candidates to share our commitment to safeguarding. Anyone considered for the role will undergo Enhanced DBS Clearance.
For further information on the DBS check process: gov.uk/guidance/DBS-check
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