Appointment of Careers Co-ordinator
Reports to: Head of Careers & Cultural Connections / SLT
Contract: Fixed Term (1 year in the first instance), Term-time only (39 weeks plus 2 additional weeks to be agreed across the academic year, to include A’Level Results day in August)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (8:00am – 4:30pm)
Salary: Scale 5 (Points 22–25) – £34,000 – £36,319 pro rata
Actual Salary: £30,841 – £32,944 per annum
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Careers Co-ordinator to join our high-performing team, recently recognised by Ofsted for delivering an excellent careers programme.
This is a unique opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on young people’s lives. Your work will support students from a wide range of backgrounds to explore their futures, access opportunities, and make confident, informed decisions about their next steps.
From guiding students through university and apprenticeship applications to providing the administrative support to make work experience, careers guidance and employer trips come to life, your work will play a vital role in broadening horizons, raising aspirations, and improving life chances.
This role could be an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to begin their career in a professional educational environment. Combining business and administrative responsibilities with the opportunity to work with young people, it offers valuable experience in a busy school setting and the chance to develop strong organisational, communication and professional skills.
You’ll be part of a small, supportive team with a strong reputation in the community, united by a shared commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success.
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete an Application Form. With reference to the Job Description and Person Specification, write a supporting statement to show your skills, attributes and abilities to successfully fulfil the role of Careers Co-ordinator at Hammersmith Academy (no more than 2 x A4 sides – min.11pt font).
CVs will not be accepted for this post.
For additional information about Hammersmith Academy please visit our website:
www.hammersmithacademy.org