Careers Coordinator

Westminster Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking secondary school in Greater London seeks a dynamic Careers Coordinator to lead its careers education program. The role involves designing impactful career guidance for students from Year 7 to Year 13, engaging with various stakeholders, and fostering a vibrant career culture. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in guidance, be passionate about supporting youth, and possess strong organizational skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' futures!

Benefits

Innovative and supportive staff team

Continuous professional development opportunities

Strong values-driven culture and leadership

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality careers guidance in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to create a vibrant careers culture in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a comprehensive careers programme for students.
• Work with students, staff, and external partners to provide career advice.
• Engage with employers and organize career-related events.

Skills

Passionate about helping young people realize their potential

Knowledgeable about post-16 and post-18 progression routes

Experience in delivering careers guidance

Skilled in building partnerships

Organized and proactive

Excellent communicator

Education

Level 6 or above in Careers Guidance

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated and visionary Careers Coordinator to join our team and lead the strategic delivery of our careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG) programme across the secondary school. At Westminster Academy, 'Education is success' and this encompasses education outside of the classroom...

As Careers Coordinator, you will be responsible for designing and delivering a comprehensive, inspiring and impactful careers programme that supports all our students from Year 7 to Year 13. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape students' futures by providing expert guidance on a wide range of pathways, including:

• UCAS and Post-18 applications
  
• Apprenticeships and technical routes
  
• Employment and work-based opportunities
  
• Career fairs, employer engagement, and workplace experiences
  
• 1:1 personalised careers advice and guidance
  
• You’ll work closely with students, staff, parents, employers, and external partners to create a vibrant and forward-thinking careers culture at Westminster Academy, in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks and Baker Clause requirements.
  

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about helping young people realise their potential.
  
• Knowledgeable about the full spectrum of post-16 and post-18 progression routes.
  
• Experienced in delivering high-quality careers guidance in a school or similar setting.
  
• Skilled at building partnerships with employers, higher education providers, and training organisations.
  
• Organised, proactive, and an excellent communicator.
  
• Level 6 or above in Careers Guidance (or willingness to work towards it) is highly desirable.
  

Why Join Westminster Academy?

• A diverse and ambitious student community in the heart of London.
  
• An innovative and supportive staff team.
  
• Strong values-driven culture and leadership.
  
• Real opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ life chances.
  

Westminster Academy offers a welcoming and forward-thinking environment where your professional development will be supported, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a lead role in shaping the careers and future achievements of our students during their time at WA and beyond. Westminster Academy is a great place to work and learn.

Ready to shape futures with us? Apply now and be part of a school where your passion for careers education can truly make a difference.

The working basis for this position Term Time + 1 week inset (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week). This is an office-based role and will include school-wide activities and meetings.

Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.