Careers Coordinator

Buckler's Mead Academy; West of England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in the UK is seeking a full-time Careers Co-ordinator to join their Student Support Team. The role includes administering Work Experience, co-ordinating events, and providing guidance to students. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance or demonstrate a willingness to train. Outstanding communication skills, a good educational background, and strong organisational skills are vital. The academy offers various benefits including parking, pension scheme, and professional development.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to the Employee Assistance Programme Health Assured

Staff meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase

Qualifications

• Creative and proactive individual is essential.
• Experience is beneficial along with a strong educational record.

Responsibilities

• Administer Work Experience and Higher Education month visits.
• Co-ordinate careers events for students.
• Provide careers information and guidance.

Skills

Good educational background, including GCSE English and Mathematics

Outstanding communication skills

Good ICT skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational skills

Education

Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development

Job description

CAREERS CO-ORDINATOR

30 hours per week term time only plus 2 INSET days.

Salary: B&NES Grade 3 (minimum £17,583 per annum) or Grade 4 (£18,146 per annum) depending on qualifications.

We are seeking a creative and proactive individual to join our Student Support Team. This is a full‑time permanent post.

Our academy achieved a strong Good rating in Ofsted May 2024.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer Work Experience and Higher Education month visits and work‑related talent academies.
• Organise and co‑ordinate careers events.
• Provide careers information, advice and guidance to students.

Desirable Qualifications

Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development or willingness to train for the qualification.

Required Skills and Experience

• Good educational background, including GCSE English and Mathematics.
• Outstanding communication skills, written, oral and interpersonal with adults and children.
• Good ICT skills.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Strong organisational skills.

(Please see accompanying Job Description for further details of duties and responsibilities.)

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with motivated students, a supportive induction programme, ongoing professional development and the chance to contribute to a developing academy.

• Free on‑site parking.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme Health Assured.
• Staff meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase at lunch and break times.

About the Academy

Bucklers Mead Academy is a highly inclusive academy serving the east of Yeovil, Somerset. We aspire to an inspiring education for all.

The academy is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people. All appointments require references, a full Disclosure and Barring Service check, and may involve online searches as part of Safer Recruitment and Due Diligence checks.

Bucklers Mead Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no‑smoking site.

How to Apply

Please send your application to Mr Mark Lawrence, Headteacher, including details of your experience and suitability for the role.

Closing date: Friday 5 December 2025 (9.00 am). We review all applications on receipt and reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications.