Job Title: Enterprise Co-ordinator
Hours: 37 hours
Salary: HC7 £33,119 - £37,563
Contract: Fixed Term until 31/08/2027
Closing date: 24 November 2026
The Role
Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their potential and preparing them for successful futures? We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Enterprise Co-ordinator to join our Education, Learning and Skills team within Children and Young People Services.
Working as part of the nationally recognised Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) programme and the Marches Careers Hub, you will play a key role in connecting schools, colleges, employers and training providers across Herefordshire. You will support the development of high-quality careers education, helping young people understand the opportunities available to them and make informed decisions about their future pathways.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of young people by strengthening relationships between education and employers, supporting schools and colleges to achieve the Gatsby Benchmarks, and helping to create a thriving local careers and enterprise network.
What will you be doing?
As Enterprise Co-ordinator, you will:
- Develop the Careers and Enterprise Network locally building strong partnerships with schools, colleges, employers and other key stakeholders to improve opportunities and outcomes for young people.
- Lead on the recruitment of a diverse network of Enterprise Advisers/Business Volunteers, reflective of the local labour market and priority growth sectors. Successfully match business volunteers to schools and colleges and provide ongoing support.
- Support schools and colleges to evaluate and improve their careers education programmes using Careers & Enterprise Company digital tools and resources.
- Coordinate and facilitate networking events, meetings, training sessions and communities of practice for Enterprise Advisers and Careers Leaders.
- Promote employer engagement opportunities that inspire young people and improve their understanding of the world of work.
- Deliver presentations, workshops and continuing professional development (CPD) sessions to educational and business audiences.
- Monitor progress and performance across your network, analysing data to identify trends, gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Act as an ambassador for the Careers & Enterprise Company and Marches Careers Hub, promoting best practice, raising awareness of careers education and supporting local economic and skills priorities.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of local careers, skills and employment initiatives that help ensure every young person has access to high-quality careers education and the knowledge, skills and experiences needed to make informed decisions about their future.
About You
We are looking for a highly motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people. You will be confident in building strong relationships with schools, colleges, employers and strategic partners and have the ability to bring people together around a shared purpose.
You will be an excellent communicator, able to engage with senior leaders, facilitate meetings and deliver training or presentations to a range of audiences. With strong organisational skills and attention to detail, you will be comfortable managing a varied workload, coordinating multiple stakeholders and monitoring progress against agreed objectives and performance measures.
You will be experienced in developing networks, supporting partnership working and using data to identify trends, gaps and opportunities for improvement. A creative and solution-focused thinker, you will be proactive in identifying ways to strengthen careers education, increase employer engagement and support schools and colleges to deliver high-quality careers programmes.
Experience of working with education providers, careers programmes, employability initiatives, employer engagement activities or volunteer networks would be particularly advantageous, as would an understanding of the Gatsby Benchmarks and the Careers & Enterprise Company. programme
Most importantly, you will share our commitment to ensuring that every young person, regardless of background, has access to high-quality careers education and meaningful encounters with the world of work that help them achieve their potential.
To arrange an informal discussion, or ask any questions about the role, please contact
[email protected]
We Offer
A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:
- Pension Scheme Enrolment in the Local Government (LGPS)
- Generous Annual Leave: 31 days (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum
- Flexible working: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling
- Pick your perks – our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.
Why Choose Us?
We're proud and excited to unveil our new recruitment video, a celebration of Herefordshire's people, places, and purpose. Set in the heart of England and filled with pride, compassion and possibility, the video brings to life what it means to work somewhere you truly belong.
At Herefordshire Council, every role matters and every person makes a real difference for our communities. We’re a team where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow together.
Herefordshire is a beautiful, historic county on the Welsh border, one of England’s most rural and unspoilt areas, with vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community.
Our priority is clear: to keep children safe and give them the best start in life. We do this through passionate, dedicated professionals who build strong relationships with children, families, and partners to make a lasting difference.
It’s an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in our people and our relational practice approach, working alongside our improvement partner, Leeds City Council. You’ll be supported by experienced managers, continuous professional development, and a genuine team ethos that values collaboration and care.
If you’re committed to helping children and young people thrive, come and join the journey in Herefordshire - where your work truly matters.
Herefordshire Council Plan
The Council plan sets out how we will make our contribution to achieving a better and more successful Herefordshire, please see the link below to find out more:
Herefordshire Council Plan 2024-2028
Reasonable Adjustments
Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: [email protected].
If you’re shortlisted for interview and require any reasonable adjustments, our Children & Young People Recruitment Team will be happy to support you.
Creating an inclusive workplace
We encourage our employees to feel empowered and to use their voices to help embrace diversity, promote inclusivity and shape our organisation. We have eight employee network groups, collectives of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and offer support and community. They also play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council's values is a commitment to listen to people's views and needs.
For more information on our Employee Network Groups please view our dedicated recruitment website: www.spiritofherefordshire.com.
Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations
The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for:
- Those who indicate that they have a disability. This is part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident” scheme.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist. This is part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver. This is part of our commitment to supporting young people leaving our care.
We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre-employment checks.
How to apply
To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role.
Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification or role profile! If you are successfully shortlisted, the C&YP Recruitment Team will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox - check your spam/ junk folder too.
Good luck, we’re looking forward to meeting you!