14-19 Coordinator at The City Academy, Hackney

About Us

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional people create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London combining the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust.

 We:

-  believe strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage.

- understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unapologetically results driven.

- adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support meaning that we never compromise on standards or expectations

- ensure that no student’s background becomes a reason for low expectations.

provide an environment where students can learn without disruption

- maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits

- take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture.

About the Role

Based in our Sixth Form, the 14-19 Coordinator is part of a strong team focussed on supporting young people’s study and career aspirations. 

Working on the transition to Key Stage 5, the post requires linking with partner schools and communicating subject offers, ensuring students choose the right pathways and are inducted successfully into courses. The role will work closely with teaching staff and academic managers to manage curriculum issues and student interventions, where required. The role will also coordinate participation in external careers events and activities, and support the organisation of work experience.

The post holder will work Thursday and Friday (total 14 hours) per week, over 40 weeks, during term time.  This makes the role ideal for anyone seeking to combine work with family or caring responsibilities, or further study.

Applicants will have experience of working effectively with students, staff and parents, and be able to build positive and trusted relationships at all levels.  High quality administrative, ICT and organisational skills are required; the ability to manage time, tasks and outcomes efficiently, and successfully juggle multiple priorities and deadlines. You will have the ability to communicate effectively with internal customers as well as a wide range of external institutions and agencies. Attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve will be key assets. Your teamwork will be demonstrated in your flexible and professional approach.

About you

You will be:

- fully aligned with our approach, understanding the critical role that all staff play in supporting a behavioural and learning culture.

- highly effective and will strive to surpass what has been achieved.

- committed to creating an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement.

This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos.

If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words. Applications must be submitted via the MNT portal.

Closing date:      Friday 31 July 2026, 9am

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 13 August 2026

Our school is based in the heart of an evolving community in Hackney, and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

City of London Academies Trust Company Registration No. 04504128.