About Us
Woodlands Meed is a foundation special school for pupils with a wide range of learning difficulties and complex special needs, including Autistic Spectrum Conditions and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties. We are also a Specialist School for Communication and Interaction.
Job Details
MJC Careers Education Coordinator
1st September 2026 start
NJC Grade 8 (£32,597 to £35,412)
Actual pro rata starting salary £27,870
Term time plus two additional weeks.
35 Hours per week Flexible working hours can be available
Closing Date: 08.06.2026
Interview Date: WC 15.06.2026
What You Need to Succeed
Do you want to make a difference?
Are you passionate about equality and diversity?
Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic MJC Careers Education Coordinator to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the Woodlands Meed careers programme for both current students and alumni.
The successful candidate will hold responsibility and accountability for developing and delivering a high‑quality, inclusive careers programme that supports pupils as they progress into paid employment, further education, training, and volunteering opportunities. The role plays a key part in ensuring that pupils and alumni have access to clear employment pathways and meaningful, real‑world experiences that prepare them for adulthood.
A central aspect of the role is to raise aspirations working collaboratively with students, families and carers, staff teams, and employers. You will support students to develop employability skills, including those required to perform and learn within a job role, using supported employment approaches.
The postholder will also be responsible for the work experience coordination, delivery, and job coaching of young people taking part in the Pre-Supported Internship programme, ensuring positive outcomes and progression for each participant.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating opportunities for young people and committed to helping our students engage with and understand the world of work. No prior experience is necessary; however, enthusiasm, initiative, and the drive to expand opportunities for our students are essential. Full training and support will be provided.
This is an exciting and highly rewarding role for a motivated individual with excellent organisational skills. You will work with a wide and diverse range of people, including students, employers, and education staff, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital.
Woodlands Meed’s Career Programme is delivered by the Meed’s Job Club. The MJC supports and guides young people to reach their full potential. It helps to challenge misconceptions held by employers around hiring people with SEND through practical support and guidance and showcasing the students work skills and abilities.
Please contact The Woodlands Meed Careers Leader for more information about this exciting role; Nola Bennett.
[email protected]
Further Information
Woodlands Meed School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.
Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).
Once complete please return this to [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01444 244 133.
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02396.
Job Reference: SCHO02396
