Careers Assistant

Cotham School’s BAME Strategy Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant educational institution located in Bristol is seeking a Careers Assistant to support the administration of Work Experience programmes and provide crucial guidance to students. This full-time role includes responsibilities like managing student trackers and coordinating career advice. The school offers a supportive working environment with numerous benefits, including ongoing training opportunities, flexible working hours, and comprehensive wellbeing support. The position is term-time only, starting as soon as possible.

Benefits

Access to employee assistance programme

Ongoing learning & development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Free onsite drinks & meals

Cycle-to-work scheme participation

Qualifications

• Experience as a Careers Assistant or in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Careers Leader with the organisation and administration of activities.
• Administer the Work Experience Programmes for students.
• Manage and maintain the Year 11 at-risk of NEET tracker.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

Job Title & School • Location

Careers Assistant – Cotham School, Bristol, Bristol. Permanent, Full Time, Term Time (37 hours per week). Salary: £26,403 pro rata (Actual salary £23,090). Start Date: As soon as possible. Closing date: Friday 9 January 2026 at 9:00 am.

About the School

Cotham School is a successful, vibrant and diverse 11‑18 comprehensive school. We have a cohesive, experienced, & high‑performing Senior Leadership Team and a committed & enthusiastic staff group. Our school is oversubscribed and offers a wide range of staff benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Careers Leader with the organisation and administration of activities planned with year groups.
• Administer the school’s Work Experience Programmes for Year 10 students & Year 12 students on the Foundation Programme.
• Manage & maintain the Year 11 at‑risk of NEET tracker.
• Administer the day‑to‑day running of the annual work experience element for Year 10 students.
• Coordinate Careers advice appointments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience as a Careers Assistant or similar role.
• Strong organisational skills & ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Access to employee assistance programme – counselling, physio sessions, menopause support, bereavement support & more.
• Ongoing learning & development opportunities; access to the school CPD library.
• At least 5 inset (training) days per annum; free onsite drinks & meals & option to work flexibly from home on some of these days.
• Opportunity to use flexible working hours on occasions.
• Comprehensive induction process.
• Competitive salaries reviewed annually.
• Family‑friendly policies & wellbeing support initiatives.
• Access to online gyms & health sessions.
• Access to staff sports – e.g. basketball, badminton, yoga sessions.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme participation.
• On‑site free car parking (when available).
• Free eye tests for Display Screen Equipment Users & free annual flu jab.

EEO Statement

As a diverse school community, we particularly welcome applicants from under‑represented groups with regards to ethnicity, gender, age & disability. We are committed to equal opportunities for all.

Safeguarding & DBS Requirements

All staff will need to be DBS checked. Offer of appointment is conditional on: Enhanced DBS check; satisfactory completion of a Staff Disqualification Declaration form; confirmation of no Prohibition Order or Interim Prohibition Order; receipt of at least two satisfactory references; verification of identity, medical fitness, qualifications & QTS where required; & verification that the applicant is legally able to work in the UK. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.