Work Experience and Engagement Lead

Clifton College is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Work Experience (WEX) and Employer Engagement Lead to support pupils in developing employability skills and preparation for the world of work through successful implementation of a Work Experience programme and employer encounters. As Work Experience and Employer Engagement Lead you will be responsible for delivering a programme of Work Experience to Clifton College Year 11 and 12 pupils.

As Work Experience and Employer Engagement Lead you can expect to manage the programme of WEX across the college as well as take an active role in developing a range of employer encounters as part of the careers education, information and guidance (CEIAG) programme. Within this role you will work with the Head of Careers to ensure all pupils secure and complete a WEX placement, that all placements are tracked on school management information systems and proactively support pupils/parents/employers throughout placements to achieve excellent outcomes for all stakeholders.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for working with young people as well as a keen interest in supporting pupils to increase their life opportunities through both employability skills and employer engagement. The person appointed should be highly attentive with the ability to adapt to the world of education and work/act in accordance to Clifton College values;
Integrity, Spirit, Resilience.

We are looking for applicants with excellent administrative skills and a passion for young people to drive their success even further. In return, you can expect effective support and challenge from our strong leadership team along with a hardworking, talented and passionate staff body.

Please read the job description and person specification for the role. If you can demonstrate that you possess the necessary experience, knowledge, qualifications and skills and aspire to our vision and values, we would like to hear from you. Please include a letter of application in the online supporting statement section of your application.

Closing date: 5th June 2026.

Early applications are encouraged, as the College reserves the right to interview and possibly appoint candidates before the closing date.

Clifton College is committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects our community. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage / civil partnerships. We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups. Please note, we require candidates to be at least 18 years of age for all roles apart from our lifeguard positions where candidates are required to be 16+ with the relevant qualifications.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. Safeguarding is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the College. We make sure that all our staff are trained and supervised to a high standard so they can provide safe, effective practice.

All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes the disclosure of criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to complete an enhanced criminal record disclosure (DBS check) and undergo our pre‑employment screening. As a regulated sector we are required to ask for references prior to interview;

by applying for this role you are consenting for us to contact your referees. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 therefore you will be asked to disclose all previous convictions not exempt under amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.