Location
Hammersmith Campus, West London College

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week (Term Time Only)

Salary
£39,794 – £40,853 per annum FTE (Pro-rata actual salary £33,604 - £34,999)

About the Role
We are seeking two dedicated and motivated Careers & Work Experience (WEX) Coordinators to join our Student Experience department. This fixed term contract runs until July 2027 and is term time only. You will play a key role in supporting learners to develop their employability, career readiness, independence and preparation for adulthood. Working closely with curriculum teams, employers, learners, parents/carers and external agencies, you will coordinate meaningful work experience opportunities, employer engagement activities, careers education and progression pathways.

You will develop strong relationships with employers and partners to increase opportunities for learners across a range of sectors, including work experience placements, industry placements, internships, apprenticeships, supported internships and employment. The role focuses on ensuring that careers and work experience opportunities are inclusive, accessible and responsive to the needs of all learners, including those with SEND, EHCPs and other additional support needs.

Key responsibilities include sourcing and coordinating high-quality placements, matching learners to appropriate opportunities, completing suitability checks and risk assessments, delivering careers education and employability workshops, supporting learners with CV writing and interview techniques, coordinating employer engagement events, and promoting a wide range of progression routes. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to support learners with additional needs and ensure inclusive practice.

The role also involves maintaining accurate records, monitoring and analysing data to measure impact, contributing to quality improvement plans, and keeping up to date with best practice in careers education and employability.

This position offers excellent employment benefits including generous annual leave, a public sector pension scheme and great opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD).

Experience
Proven experience in coordinating work experience, employer engagement or careers education is desirable. Experience working with young people, particularly those with additional support needs such as SEND or EHCPs, is advantageous.

About you
You will be motivated, organised and able to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including employers, learners, parents/carers and internal teams. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be proactive in sourcing opportunities and able to work collaboratively. A commitment to inclusive practice and supporting learners from diverse backgrounds is essential. You should be confident in delivering workshops and presentations and have the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications
A relevant qualification in careers guidance, education, youth work or a related field is desirable but not essential. A willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and training is required.