Aspire Project Lead   

Closing date: Wednesday 24th June 2026, 09:00am

• Location: Central Trust Team
• Salary information: S21 – S24 (£37,235 - £40,153 per annum) (Pro rata)  
• Hours: Part time hours, 0.8 FTE (0.6 FTE will be considered)

• About the role

  The Aspire Project Lead will spearhead our innovative Aspire mentoring programme across the Trust.  This  unique  initiative,  generously  supported  by  our  esteemed  sponsors,  The Haberdashers’ Company, aims to provide every Year 12 student with access to a mentor, making mentoring an integral component of each school's career programme.

  The Aspire Project Lead will be self-motivated and determined with an entrepreneurial character. A significant part of the role is managing student recruitment and engagement in the mentoring  programme  and  recruiting  mentors  from  various  sectors,  including  industry professionals. This will require strategic planning, creativity and determination to ensure the project’s success and sustainability.

  Reporting

  The Aspire Project Lead will report directly to the Director of Enrichment and work closely with members of The Haberdashers’ Company. Due to the nature of the role, work hours may vary. Some recruitment opportunities may be in the evening. An ability to work flexibly would be an advantage.

  Support

  Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new leader within the Trust, you will be supported by our Directors of HR and Professional Learning.

  Staff Development

  Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to reach your full potential.

  We are proud to pay the London Living Wage.

  We may close this opportunity early, if a suitable candidate is found therefore we advise that you submit your application early.

  Completed applications should be sent to: centralhr@habstrustsouth.org.uk  

  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

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