Careers, Pastoral & Academic Support - one year paid placement


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Portsmouth, PO1 1RX
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	10 Nov 2026
Closing date:	30 Nov 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

This internship provides a broad and valuable introduction to the work of a modern secondary school. The successful candidate will gain experience across careers education, employer engagement, curriculum development, pastoral support, SEND, academic support, enrichment and alumni engagement.

It would be particularly suitable for someone considering a future career in education, careers guidance, youth work, pastoral support, teaching, educational administration or a related field. The intern will be supported by experienced staff and will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the school's work in helping students understand their strengths, broaden their horizons and prepare for successful futures.

Whilst you do not need to be Catholic, it is important to appreciate (or be willing to learn about the distinctive nature of a Catholic education/community.

What the school offers its staff

Please visit our school website for further details: https://www.saintedmunds.org.uk/home/vacancies/vacancies-support

You will be well supported by a friendly, hard-working team, fantastic staff and lovely pupils.

Further details about the role

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive intern to join our school and support the continued development of our Careers, Pastoral and Academic Support provision.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, careers and supporting young people. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the school to help provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore their future pathways, develop their aspirations and understand the relevance of their learning beyond the classroom.

Commitment to safeguarding

In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, we DO NOT accept CV’s. The school is committed to safeguarding and the promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of appointment As part of our Safer Recruitment guidance social media profiles will be checked upon appointment. As we are unable to offer a sponsorship, we can only accept applications from candidates that already have the right to work in the UK.

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