Personal Development Coordinator
London Academy of Excellence (LAE)
Newham
- £34,471 - £41,559 per year
- New
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- Grade 8 £39,075 to £41,559 FTE £34,471 to £36,663
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 24 November 2026
Job overview
We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Personal Development Coordinator to help create an inclusive enrichment programme for our sixth-form students.
From sport, arts and music to volunteering, student-led societies and community projects, you will help students in Years 12 and 13 access experiences that develop their skills, support their wellbeing and prepare them for life beyond school.
Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher - Personal Development you will combine effective high level administration with the organisation and development of activities. Approximately half of your time will focus on programme administration and half on enrichment, with the balance planned across each term.
You will have proven experience in administration and coordinating activities, events or projects, alongside strong organisational skills and attention to detail. You will be confident using excel spreadsheets, databases, email and shared calendars, and able to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and external providers.
You should have a dedication to youth work, events, administration, coaching, arts or music, together with commitment to student personal development. First-aid training is essential - training will be provided.
Experience in a school, sixth form, youth service or community organisation would be an advantage, as would experience of developing partnerships or coordinating enrichment activities.
Working hours – 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday.
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About London Academy of Excellence (LAE)
- London Academy of Excellence (LAE)
- Broadway House, 322 High Street
- London
- E15 1AJ
- United Kingdom
“An inspirational school”
The London Academy of Excellence (LAE) is a sixth form school for scholars of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. LAE consistently delivers outstanding A level results for all students but has achieved particular success helping students from less-advantaged backgrounds win places at the best universities in the UK and around the world.
The school is particularly proud of its success helping students from disadvantaged backgrounds to gain places at the finest universities in the UK and around the world. Over 1,800 of our alumni have progressed to a Russell Group university and over 275 to Oxford or Cambridge (data correct as at 2026).
Academic success if only one aspect of life at LAE. Our links with partner schools, employers and universities are combined with a rich and varied co-curricular offer that encompasses sport, music, arts, volunteering and careers experience. The provision is truly unique and sets LAE apart as an inspirational school.
Successful candidates will be joining an diverse, inclusive, and ambitious school located in the heart of Stratford, close to the Olympic Park and just two minutes from Stratford Station (zone 2/3), with excellent links to all parts of London.
LAE can offer you:
· The opportunity to gain experience of teaching and working with highly motivated students in one of the country’s leading sixth form schools.
· An intellectually stimulating working environment characterised by a culture of professional trust and collegiate working that promotes autonomy, innovation, and rigour.
· Access to an outstanding package of regular, high-quality continuous professional development and support.
· A modern and positive learning environment minutes from the Olympic Park and Stratford Station.
· A package of employee benefits including access to a Cycle Scheme, Tech Scheme, and discounted local gym memberships.
LAE is a diverse and inclusive school, committed to supporting staff and students to be themselves and succeed on merit.
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