Work Experience Administrator

Acorn Education Trust is seeking a motivated and highly organised Administrator to provide support in facilitating and coordinating work experience placements for students within our four secondary schools. Based at our Clarendon Academy site in Trowbridge, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils with their career ambitions. Working Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 39 weeks per year, includes Teacher training days). Required: September 2026 At Acorn, we pride ourselves on transforming education locally, with our two nurseries, seventeen primary and four secondary schools being at the heart of their local communities. As Work Experience Administrator, you will play an active role in coordinating placement logistics, liaising with students (Years 10-13), employers and schools, arranging paperwork, maintaining records and ensuring compliance at all times.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a keen eye for detail who has strong interpersonal skills and will be the central point of contact for student placements. We are looking for someone who: GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths Is well presented and articulate, with excellent communication skills;

Has strong interpersonal skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils, staff, parents and employers/outside agencies;

Has superb attention to detail and organisational skills;

Is self-motivated dedicated and consistent;

Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations;

Is a strong team player, who can use their own initiative;

Has a positive and flexible attitude;

Has experience of working in a similar role (advantageous);

Has sound ICT skills, including fast and accurate keyboard skills.

We can offer the successful candidate:

An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic staff;

A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;

Opportunities for training and progression;

The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;

A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role , including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack . If you have any additional questions, please contact Fiona Richards on: 01985-801055

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: w/c Monday 18th May 2026

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.