Careers Coordinator

Hours: Full-time, term time only (41 hours per week)

Start date: March/April 2026

Your new school
Gretton School is a forward-thinking, inclusive autism specialist school located in Cambridge, welcoming children and young people aged 5–19 as day students and weekly boarders. With a strong reputation for excellence, Gretton offers a unique, integrated model of education, care, and therapy. The school is known for its high staff-to-student ratio, small class sizes, and a deeply supportive culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the lives of students.

We are now seeking an enthusiastic and committed Careers Coordinator to join our specialist team and play a vital role in shaping the pathways of our learners as they prepare for adulthood.

Your new role

As our Careers Coordinator, you will take lead responsibility for the planning, delivery and evaluation of the school’s careers education, advice and guidance programme. Your work will be instrumental in supporting our young people, each with a diagnosis of autism, to explore their aspirations, make informed decisions, and transition confidently into post‑16 and post‑18 destinations.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

• Build strong, supportive relationships with learners to understand their interests and goals.

• Lead the development and implementation of personalised Preparation for Adulthood plans.

• Liaise with post‑16 and post‑18 providers, employers, advisors and external agencies to secure meaningful opportunities.

• Coordinate careers interviews, transition planning, work experience placements, trips, visits and careers events.

• Oversee compliance with key statutory frameworks, including the Gatsby Benchmarks and Baker Clause.

• Maintain destination and alumni databases, enabling long‑term tracking and networking.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, families and wider stakeholders to provide holistic guidance.

• Contribute to the development of our Preparation for Adulthood curriculum, including areas such as Independent Travel Training.

What you'll need to succeed

You’ll thrive in this role if you are passionate about supporting autistic children and young people to overcome barriers, recognise their strengths and achieve their ambitions.

We are looking for someone who has:

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with special educational needs

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• The ability to build effective relationships with students, families and external partners

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

• Confident IT skills, particularly with common systems such as Google

• A calm, resilient and proactive approach

• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining professional boundaries

• A full UK driving licence (business insurance required)

It is desirable, but not essential that you have:

• Experience working within careers education

• A Level 6 Diploma in Careers Advice and Guidance (or willingness to work towards this)

• Knowledge of the Gatsby Benchmarks and relevant careers legislation

• Experience organising careers trips, fairs or interview days

• Understanding of Autism, including PDA profiles

What you'll get in return

• A welcoming, family-like work environment.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A supportive team culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

• The satisfaction of working in a school that values your skills and ideas.

What you need to do now
If you’re passionate about creating safe, well-maintained environments and want to be part of a school that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.  Please see our website at https://www.hays.co.uk/jobs/gretton-school or call Brett Coventry on 020 7259 8770

Safeguarding recruitment statement:

Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.