Advertised from 2 July 2026

Role

Are you passionate about helping young people prepare for the world of work? Do you have a talent for building strong relationships and creating meaningful opportunities?

We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) School Coordinator in Taycities Region to join our team!

As a DYW School Coordinator, you will play a vital role in shaping the future workforce by:

• Connecting classrooms with careers - building and delivering exciting employer engagement programmes that bring the curriculum to life.
• Boosting young people’s career awareness and skills development- giving them real insight into the world of work.
• Working closely with school leadership teams and local employers to co-create opportunities that reflect both the needs of the school community and the wider regional economy.
• Establishing and maintaining a strong network of employer partners within the local business community.
• Driving national education priorities such as employability, enterprise, and the Career Education Standard.

You’ll be a key part of a collaborative team, reporting to the DYW Operations Manager and working in partnership with the DYW Core Team and local schools.

What we are Looking For:

Someone with great communication and organisational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to think strategically. Experience in education, business, or community partnership working would be beneficial.

This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people, bridging the gap between education and employment.

Application notes

Interested? Apply now and help shape brighter futures across the Tay Cities region.

Send your CV to Vickycosgrove@dywtaycities.co.uk