Transition coordinator, careers lead and classroom support

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate transition planning for students moving to further education, training, employment, and adult services.
• Support students and families through post-school applications, including college placements, transport, funding, and adult social care processes.
• Organise transition visits, college visits, careers fairs, work experience opportunities, and employer engagement activities.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, EHCP Coordinators, colleges, and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for students.
• Provide information, advice, and guidance to students and families regarding future pathways and opportunities.
• Support the school's careers programme and contribute towards achieving and maintaining high Gatsby Benchmark standards.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure statutory careers information is up to date and compliant.
• Provide targeted classroom support to students, ensuring they can access learning and achieve their individual outcomes.
• Support the implementation of EHCP targets, behaviour plans, and personalised learning programmes.
• Promote pupils' wellbeing, independence, confidence, and social development.
• Assist with educational visits, enrichment activities, and work-related learning opportunities linked to students' transition and preparation for adulthood.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience of working with young people, preferably those with SEND.
• Experience of coordinating or supporting transition planning, careers education, or student progression.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and Preparing for Adulthood outcomes.
• Understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks and careers education requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• HLTA qualification, equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience within a special school or specialist SEND provision.
• Experience organising careers events, work experience, or employer engagement activities.
• Knowledge of post-16 and post-19 pathways, supported employment, apprenticeships, and further education opportunities.
• Careers Leader qualification or willingness to undertake relevant professional development.