Careers Co-ordinator

Ely College; Ely; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Trust is seeking a Careers Co-ordinator to lead, develop and deliver a high-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance across the school. Ideally, you will hold a Level 6 qualification and provide personalised guidance to students, helping them make informed choices about future pathways.

The role requires excellent written and oral communication, a background in administration, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, staff and external

Qualifications

• Level 6 careers qualification.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in administration and working with young people.
• Able to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and deliver high-quality careers education across the school.
• Provide personalised guidance to students to help informed future choices.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Administrative experience

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Level 6 careers qualification

Job description

Vacancy for Careers Co-ordinator

Salary: Grade 7

Hours of work: 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

We are now looking for a Careers Co-ordinator to lead, develop, and deliver a high-quality careers education, information, advice, and guidance across the school. Ideally using a Level 6 qualification you will provide personalised guidance to students, empowering them to make informed choices about their future pathways.

The ideal candidate

• Level 6 careers qualification
• Good educational background with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience of administration background, education and working with young people
• Able to make positive relationships with children, parents, staff and outside agencies
• Positive and enthusiastic approach with the ability to work within a team as well as on own initiative.
• Knowledge of the need for confidentiality and awareness of child protection issue

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

Closing date for applications: 17th September 2026, 9am

Interviews will be held on: W/C 21st September 2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.