Careers Co-Ordinator in North East

Job Overview

The Careers Co-ordinator will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, impartial careers programme that supports students in making informed decisions about their future pathways. Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher, the postholder will provide careers information, advice and guidance, coordinate interviews, events and employer engagement opportunities, and track student destinations and progression. The role involves building strong relationships with students, staff, parents and external partners while inspiring and motivating all students – particularly those who may be more vulnerable – to raise their aspirations and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students in making informed decisions about future pathways.
• Provide careers information, advice and guidance.
• Coordinate interviews, events and employer engagement opportunities.
• Track student destinations and progression.
• Build relationships with students, staff, parents and external partners.
• Motivate and support vulnerable students.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with a genuine commitment to supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes and raise aspirations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships.
• Organisational skills, initiative and ability to coordinate activities, events and interviews.
• Professional, resilient and approachable, able to work sensitively with all students, including those who are vulnerable or have additional needs.
• Qualified to, or willing to work towards, the Level 6 Diploma in Careers Guidance and Development.

Salary & Hours

Grade: Grade G (19‑23) (£32,061 - £34,434 per annum, pro rata) – 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week (8:15 am – 4:15 pm), term time only, plus 15 days.