We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Supported Internship Programme Officer to join our team!
Salary: Buck Pay Range 4, £23,515.00 - £25,244.00 Annually (Actual) £31,424 to £33,735 Full Time Equivalent 32.5 Hours a week (term time only + 2 weeks)
Job Location: Supported Internship Office – Aylesbury
Contract: Fixed term contract – 1 year. 01 September 2016 – 31 August 2027
Hours: 32.5 hrs p/wk term time + 2 weeks
Start date: 1st September 2026
Closing date: Monday 06 July 2026
Interview: Friday 10 July 2026
About Us – Supported Internship Programme
Established in 2018, the Bucks Supported Internship Programme was the first of its kind in Buckinghamshire. Based in central Aylesbury, we are dedicated to transforming futures by bridging education and employment.
Through bespoke programmes and meaningful, individualised work placements with 15 local employers, we support young people to develop the skills, confidence, and experience they need to succeed. Our on-site training café further enhances learning, creating real-world opportunities that unlock each intern’s potential and support lasting pathways into employment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s futures
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A varied role with opportunities to grow and develop
Website: https://stonydean.bucks.sch.uk/
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work flexibly across the programme, supporting students both in their work placements and within their study programmes. You will work closely with interns, employers and colleagues to deliver coordinated, person-centred support that promotes independence, confidence and employability skills.
You will also play a part in promoting the programme through marketing and communications, as well as supporting the delivery of a small element of the curriculum (full training will be provided).
- Provide tailored, person-centred support to students with SEND in both placement and classroom settings
- Liaise with employers to support successful placements and monitor intern progress
- Work alongside Senior Job Coaches to carry out workplace observations and task analysis
- Support the planning, delivery and assessment of elements of the curriculum
- Build positive, professional relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
- Assist with administering and marking assessments, including invigilating exams where required
- Help create and maintain a positive, organised learning environment
- Contribute to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all students
- Support marketing and promotion, including social media content and maintaining online presence
- Build strong relationships with families, carers and external partners
- Take part in ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Please see attached Job description for further information.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting young people with SEND
- Confident working both independently and as part of a team
- Organised, flexible and proactive
- A strong communicator, able to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Interested in developing their skills in education, employability and programme delivery
See Job candidate specification for further information.
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
To formally apply you will need to complete the attached application form (CV’s are not accepted but can accompany an application form) and send this to Rachel Franklin, HR & Compliance Officer at [email protected].
The schools apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for all positions at the schools which amount to regulated activity. The role you are applying for meets the legal definition of regulated activity with children.
If you are successful in your application you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Employment with the schools is conditional upon the schools being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the schools will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/ or code of practice published by the DBS. It is an offence for person barred from working with children to apply for this post.
Stony Dean School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Successful applicants will also be expected to keep up to date with annual safeguarding training, DfE guidance and School specific safeguarding information.
