WE ARE HIRING - SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Tuesday, 16th February 2021

DYW School Coordinator - Job Description
Purpose -
Work to embed the Developing Young Workforce Strategy into schools in conjunction with the local DYW lead and the school senior management team, working closely with other school coordinators, other skills agencies and local business communities.
Report to - DYW Programme Manager
Main Accountabilities
The focus of the role is to develop and implement a programme of employer engagement aimed at enhancing the curriculum and increasing pupils’ career awareness , employability & meta skills development.
Key Work Areas
- Develop DYW agenda across whole school through pupil focused delivery in conjunction with school management.
- Develop partnerships and networks with the DYW Network, Business Community, Key Stakeholders and Education to support the delivery of the DYW agenda in the school.
- Monitor and review DYW activity against School and Regional DYW objectives and targets.
- Provide leadership on promoting DYW objectives and activities through engagement with regional/national programmes and other DYW practitioner networks.
Key Work Area: Develop DYW agenda across whole school through pupil focused delivery in conjunction with school management | |
Target Objectives or Tasks |
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Work alongside the SDS schools-based Careers Advisor, and other school- based co-ordinators (where applicable) to ensure that employer offers are targeted at the pupils who would benefit most Working as part of and under the direction of the DYW regional group teams ensure that support is targeted at groups aligned to DYW Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the education sector Work with key local partners and stakeholders to provide industry led activity which will support pupils post school transition and engage with Youth Guarantee services and provision Support wider ambition for work based and vocational training including the Apprenticeship family. Ensure that DYW is appropriately highlighted and embedded across each stage of the curriculum in the senior phase Review programmes to ensure continuous improvement and take actions to correct any deficiencies to ensure pupils gain maximum benefit from the DYW supported programmes and activities Support the development and delivery of activities to S1 – S3 as appropriate as part of the local DYW entitlement |
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Key Work Area: Develop partnerships and networks with the DYW Network, Business Community, Key Stakeholders and Education to support the delivery of the DYW agenda in the school | | |
Target Objectives or Tasks |
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Liaise with the Senior Management Team and Principal Teachers to ensure strategic direction of the DYW agenda is reflected within the school curriculum and school improvement plans. Support teaching staff to deliver meaningful industry relevant experiences and qualifications Liaise with relevant staff to support Work Experience and other similar programmes by sourcing industry placements Foster and establish strong partnerships with businesses including third sector to support and sustain school employer partnerships in your school Manage all DYW and wider programmes to promote opportunities within the wider school community i.e. pupil voice networks, teachers working groups, parents and parent councils. Work with the DYW local team on co-delivery aspects of the DYW local and national programmes and requirements Actively work as part of a wider team responsible for building and maintaining meaningful relationships with external providers, businesses and facilitating partners to deliver programme based content/workshops and other employer and industry specific events. |
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Key Work Area: Monitor and review DYW activity against School and Regional DYW objectives and targets | ||
Target Objectives or Tasks |
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Manage all reporting of school activity and data associated with DYW (in relation to both National and Local KPI's), while providing appropriate evidence of activity at key stages throughout the year Increasing participation across the whole school in work inspiration and work experience activity with particular reference to those furthest away from the labour market Increase the number of businesses working directly with the school to improve opportunities for young people Undertake regular review and evaluation of programmes and activities associated with DYW |
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Key Work Area: Provide leadership on promoting DYW objectives and activities through engagement with regional/national programmes and other DYW practitioner networks | | |
Target Objectives or Tasks |
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Be the lead in engaging with Hi Hope, Marketplace, Founders4Schools and E-DYW (Inc Skills academy) to optimise the opportunities available to learners Work as a part of a Regional / Highland DYW Co-ordinators network to create specialisms to develop and deliver to all schools Develop your own and teaching staff understanding of the local economic profile, growth businesses and Industry sectors Lead staff development sessions for school staff on all aspects of DYW developments and any ongoing developments as indicated by the Scottish Government and Education Scotland |
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Person Specification
Skills & Attributes/ Competencies | Essential | Desirable |
Knowledge / Experience | A good understanding of business-related operations, recruitment and the Apprenticeship family | Experience in the private sector |
Communicating & Influencing | Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with sensitivity and respect for others
Use ICT, social media & digital resources to communicate and share information |
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Working Together | Demonstrate an ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team to achieve collective results
Demonstrate an ability to develop and nurture positive working relationships and networks with a range of stakeholders to support the delivery of desired outcomes |
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Managing & Delivering Quality Service | Work with team to set priorities, create clear plans and manage all work, projects, and events to meet business objectives and the needs of all stakeholders
Develop and monitor the quality of service with involvement from a range of staff, stakeholders and delivery partners.
Keep internal teams, stakeholders and delivery partners fully informed of plans and possibilities |
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Changing & Improving | Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement
Review ways of working, including seeking and providing feedback |
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Developing Others | Focus on the continuous learning and development for self, others (including young people) and the organisation as a whole |
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Please refer to the key skills, attributes and competences above when submitting your application.
Applications are invited in the form of a CV and Personal Statement (or Video of no more than 500 words) Please email over to Eilidh@dywich.co.uk
Successful candidates will show evidence of their experience in using the above skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal qualities within their application and at interview.
The closing date for applications will be 7th March, with interviews scheduled for week commencing 15th March.
📍Locations: Positions available in Dingwall & Inverness
💻Report to: DYW Programme Manager
💴Salary: £23,000
⌚Hours: Monday to Friday – Term Time
📖Contract type: Full time, school term contracts. Secondments will also be considered. All positions are fixed term until March 31st 2022, however subject to satisfactory performance and funding the role will continue beyond.
For further details relating to this post, please contact Eilidh Edgar, Programme Manager at eilidh@dywich.co.uk