Enterprise Network Lead for Schools & Employers

Hoople Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension enrollment

31 days leave pro rata + bank holidays

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

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Job summary

Herefordshire Council is seeking an Enterprise Co-ordinator to support the Careers & Enterprise Company programme and Marches Careers Hub. You will build partnerships with schools, colleges and employers to enhance careers education and opportunities for young people.

The role involves coordinating events, measuring outcomes, and promoting employer engagement to broaden students’ understanding of the world of work. Fixed-term until 31 August 2027 with a competitive salary.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Careers and Enterprise Network locally building strong partnerships with schools, colleges, employers and other key stakeholders to improve opportunities and outcomes for young people.
• Lead on the recruitment of a diverse network of Enterprise Advisers/Business Volunteers, reflective of the local labour market and priority growth sectors. Successfully match business volunteers to schools and colleges and provide ongoing support.
• Support schools and colleges to evaluate and improve their careers education programmes using Careers & Enterprise Company digital tools and resources.
• Coordinate and facilitate networking events, meetings, training sessions and communities of practice for Enterprise Advisers and Careers Leaders.
• Promote employer engagement opportunities that inspire young people and improve their understanding of the world of work.
• Deliver presentations, workshops and continuing professional development (CPD) sessions to educational and business audiences.
• Monitor progress and performance across your network, analysing data to identify trends, gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Act as an ambassador for the Careers & Enterprise Company and Marches Careers Hub, promoting best practice, raising awareness of careers education and supporting local economic and skills priorities.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of local careers, skills and employment initiatives that help ensure every young person has access to high-quality careers education and the knowledge, skills and experiences needed to make informed decisions about their future.

Job description

Herefordshire Council is seeking an Enterprise Co-ordinator to support the Careers & Enterprise Company programme and Marches Careers Hub. You will build partnerships with schools, colleges and employers to enhance careers education and opportunities for young people.

The role involves coordinating events, measuring outcomes, and promoting employer engagement to broaden students’ understanding of the world of work. Fixed-term until 31 August 2027 with a competitive salary.