Head of Student and Alumni Careers

Wellington College – Head of Student and Alumni Careers Wellington College is one of the world's leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400-acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils. We have an exciting opportunity within our Community department who are looking for an innovative, enthusiastic and dynamic Head of Student and Alumni Careers & Life-skills Programme (aka The Life Beyond Wellington programme). This unique opportunity will be integral to the Wellington educational offer. About the role: You will be responsible for designing and leading a sector-defining comprehensive careers and life-skills programme, supporting students from Year 9 to Year 13 and further developing our careers and professional networking programme for our alumni. You will join a dynamic and pioneering team on a full time, non-teaching, term time plus basis (35 hours per week, 36 weeks per year). However, for the right candidate hours can be negotiable and flexible. This is a 2 year fixed-term contract. Benefits: Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer afree lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club, generous contribution to the personal pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, free parking, access to a health cash plan and College Fee remission. Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements): Programme Leadership and Development Alumni programme Event Management and Networking Collaboration with Stakeholders and Advisory Boards Programme Delivery and Assessment Innovation and Continuous Improvement Performance Tracking and Budget Management Person Specification The successful incumbent must have Extensive management and leadership experience in the corporate sector. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and manage relationships with external stakeholders and industry professionals. Degree level education If you are excited by the opportunity to change the way we, and the sector deliver world-ready skills and think you've got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our sector-leading team, please apply now. For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/. We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form. Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Wellington College, GB

Posted Date: 1/15/2025