Developing the Young Workforce Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian Regional Group are hiring! Developing the Young Workforce are employer‑led and it is our priority to make it easier for employers to connect with young people in schools and colleges across Scotland. It’s a team effort to support young people to prepare for the world of work. Through DYW, employers can provide inspirational opportunities for young people to help them understand and develop the skills they need to succeed.
Do you want to be part of a team connecting employers with young people and working with partners to make this happen? Our DYW School Coordinator role may be just right for you.
Responsibilities
- Planning and co‑creating employability, enterprise and wider curriculum learning opportunities with employers, educators and partners.
- Identifying employer activities and events to support young people in school to prepare for the world of work.
- Networking with the business community.
- Making things happen for young people.
- Reporting on activities and progress.
- Keeping up to date with labour market changes.
- Collaborating and flying solo.
- Leading and being part of regular meetings.
Qualifications & Experience
- Passionate about helping young people to be informed, inspired and hired.
- Organised, enjoy planning, creative and innovative.
- A great communicator, networker and influencer.
- A collaborator, strategic thinker and doer.
The role is classed as ‘Regulated Work’; a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) membership is required (application to the scheme made by us upon conditional offer of the post).
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