MJC Careers Education Coordinator - Woodlands Meed

About Us

Woodlands Meed is a foundation special school for pupils with a wide range of learning difficulties and complex special needs, including autistic spectrum conditions and profound and multiple learning difficulties. We are also a specialist school for communication and interaction.

Job Details

Career Education Coordinator – MJC

Start date: 1 September 2026

Salary: 8th grade (£32,597 to £35,412) pro rata starting salary £27,870

Hours: 35 hours per week, flexible working hours available, term time plus two additional weeks.

What You Need to Succeed

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic MJC Careers Education Coordinator to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the Woodlands Meed careers programme for both current students and alumni.

The successful candidate will have responsibility and accountability for developing and delivering a high‑quality, inclusive careers programme that supports pupils as they progress into paid employment, further education, training, and volunteering opportunities. The role plays a key part in ensuring that pupils and alumni have access to clear employment pathways and meaningful, real‑world experiences that prepare them for adulthood.

A central aspect of the role is to raise aspirations working collaboratively with students, families and carers, staff teams, and employers. You will support students to develop employability skills, including those required to perform and learn within a job role, using supported employment approaches.

The postholder will also be responsible for the work experience coordination, delivery, and job coaching of young people taking part in the Pre‑Supported Internship programme, ensuring positive outcomes and progression for each participant.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating opportunities for young people and committed to helping our students engage with and understand the world of work. No prior experience is necessary; however, enthusiasm, initiative, and the drive to expand opportunities for our students are essential. Full training and support will be provided.

Excellent organisational skills and strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital. You will work with a wide and diverse range of people, including students, employers and education staff.

Further Information

Woodlands Meed School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Woodlands Meed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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