Careers and Work Experience Administrator

Careers and Work Experience Administrator
 

We are looking to recruit a permanent Careers and Work Experience Administrator to start in September. This is a new role within school to offer administration support to our Careers Lead. 

15 hours per week, term-time only (+10 days pro rata) – BS4 £24,790 pro rata (pay award pending)

The main responsibilities of the role include maintaining and updating various spreadsheets, putting together communication for parents, ensuring students are aware of careers events (such as open evenings), distributing paperwork, photocopying and liaising with a range of external companies, including local employers, colleges and universities and supporting with the careers interviews administration which happen throughout the year. Organising careers events and work experience placements will also form part of the role.

The successful candidate will be expected to respect the need for confidentiality that exists when working in a school environment. They will be a team player, have a pleasant and efficient manner, and good inter-personal skills. They should be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, whilst having experience of SIMS/Edulink (the school’s information management system), however, training will be available as required.

The Nelson Thomlinson School is a high performing secondary school on the fringe of the Lake District in Cumbria. Ofsted’s most recent visit in October 2023 highlighted our strong traditions and a school where pupils (and staff) are proud to live out its values. NTS also has a dedicated Professional Development department where opportunities for staff development and training are made a priority.

Please see the job description and person specification on our website for full details.

Download and complete an application form and submit it along with your covering letter of application to Mr DS Northwood, Headmaster, to admin@nts.cumbria.sch.uk  

Closing date: Monday 30 June 2025 at 1.30pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted on: Wednesday 2 July 2025
Interviews will be held: TBC

NTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.