Independent Careers Adviser
Independent Careers Adviser
Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and motivated Independent Careers Adviser to join our successful and oversubscribed school and sixth form.
The post holder will provide independent, impartial and high-quality careers guidance to students of The Willink School and Sixth Form, helping them make informed choices about post-16 and post-18 pathways including higher education, apprenticeship, training and employment. Working closely with the school’s Careers Leader and Sixth Form team, you will play a key role in delivering the school’s careers guidance programme.
The successful candidate will be qualified to Level 6 (or equivalent) in Careers Guidance and Development, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have experience of providing careers advice to young people. You will work collaboratively with staff, parents and external providers to ensure all students receive the information, advice and guidance they need to achieve their aspirations.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on our students’ futures to ensure that they all flourish and achieve their full academic and personal potential – as confident, respectful ad resilient global citizens with the knowledge and skills to be successful in 21st Century.
The Willink is a successful and oversubscribed school with a strong international ethos, listed in the top ten non-selective schools in Berkshire in 2019. The school has 1250 students on roll including 220 in the Sixth Form, and is situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting south west of Reading.
Salary & Hours
- Part-Time/Fixed Term - 18 hours per week
- Starting ASAP
- Band H23 – H29 £34,434 - £39,862 Full time equivalent (pro rata £14,262 - £16,511)
- Term time only + 5 inset days
Location
The Willink School
School Lane
Burghfield, Reading
Berkshire
RG7 3XJ
Supporting documents
Job Description and Person Specification
Watch this video to hear from our headteacher and colleagues as they share why The Willink is such a great place to work:
Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at The Willink
Deadline and how to apply
For further information and an application pack please visit the school website. Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Kim Paonessa, HR Administrator, hr@willink.w-berks.sch.uk.
For an informal conversation please contact Assistant Head Mr Aurelien Collot, acollot@willink.w-berks.sch.uk.
The closing date for applications is 10 November 2025 (12 noon). Early application is advised as we hold the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed, previous candidates should not apply.
Please complete this application form and send to: hr@willink.w-berks.sch.uk
Safeguarding and Welfare
The Willink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk.
Job reference: 123
