We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Futures Education and Pathways to play a central role in shaping how our students understand themselves, engage with opportunity and prepare for life beyond school.

This is an exciting opportunity for a thoughtful, student-centred professional to lead Futures education from Year 5 to Upper Sixth, developing a coherent, ambitious and progressive programme that equips students with the confidence, insight and skills to navigate a fast-changing world.

Working pattern: Four days per week, plus two weeks during the School holidays, with attendance at selected evening events and other key school events as required.

The postholder will lead careers education, personalised guidance, apprenticeships and alternative pathways, employer and alumnae engagement in relation to the Futures department, and major Futures events. Working closely with the Assistant Head, Futures and Partnerships and the Higher Education, Careers and Partnerships Administrator, they will contribute to a well-sequenced, whole-school Futures journey that supports every student to make informed, aspirational decisions about their next steps.

We are looking for someone who combines strategic clarity with warmth and credibility: an excellent communicator and organiser who can build strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and external partners, and who is deeply committed to helping young people flourish.

Responsibilities include:

Lead the development of a coherent, progressive Futures education programme from Year 5 to Upper Sixth.

Contribute to the strategic direction of Futures education alongside the Assistant Head, Futures and Partnerships.

Design and deliver engaging careers education across Years 5–U6 and contribute to pathway education more widely.

Develop learning that builds career awareness, employability skills, decision-making and understanding of labour market trends.

Provide high-quality, impartial 1:1 careers and pathways guidance.

Support students in exploring routes aligned with their strengths, interests and aspirations.

Maintain accurate, professional and confidential records of guidance conversations and follow-up actions and identify students requiring targeted support.

What we offer:

Competitive salaries with scope for pay progression

Generous holiday entitlement

20% reduction in working hours during school holidays with no impact on pay

Fee remission of up to 50% on tuition fees (pro-rated for part-time staff)

Staff Pension Scheme with employer contribution of up to 10% (the School double matches employee contributions). Salary sacrifice for pension contributions is also available.

Life assurance paying out three times annual salary in the event of death in service

Diverse training and professional development programme

A range of other staff benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, access to GP and dental advice lines amongst other services

Free use of the Sports Centre facilities including a fitness suite, ergo suite and group cycle studio

Free school lunch, plus refreshments available in the staff room during the day and after school

On-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests and annual flu vaccination

Access to well-stocked school library

Access to wide range of school events

All staff share the responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the students, in accordance with the School’s safeguarding policies.

For full job details and an application form, please visit our website: www.shsk.org.uk/about/vacancies/

Closing date: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 9am.

Interviews: Wednesday 20 May 2026.