Schools Coordinator

Schools CoordinatorWe are seeking an organised and passionate Schools Coordinator to work with the UK’s leading children’s charity, working to prevent abuse, support young people and protect every child from harm.Position: Schools CoordinatorLocation: Home based, ideally in the central East Midlands areas of Leicestershire/Warwickshire, travel required. Salary: £28,337 - £31,485 full time equivalent plus home working allowanceHours: Part time, 28.5 hours per weekContract: PermanentClosing Date: 13 June 2026About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join a national children’s charity delivering impactful programmes and services through schools and education settings. The Schools Service plays a key role in helping children understand abuse, recognise unsafe situations and know where to turn for support.Working within a regional team, you will coordinate and deliver the schools offer across a designated area, building strong relationships with schools, volunteers and local partners to maximise reach and impact.The role is home based, with regular travel across the East Midlands. Access to your own car and home broadband is essential.Key responsibilities include: Coordinating and delivering the schools programme within a local areaBuilding relationships with primary, secondary and non-mainstream schoolsRecruiting, training and supporting volunteers to deliver workshops and presentationsWorking towards agreed KPIs, targets and reach plansActing as a key contact for schools and external stakeholdersEnsuring safeguarding procedures and organisational standards are followed at all timesSupporting quality assurance and continuous improvement activitiesRepresenting the organisation at meetings, events and community activitiesWorking collaboratively with regional and national colleagues to maximise service impact About YouWe are keen to hear from candidates from a range of backgrounds, including education, safeguarding, project coordination, volunteer management, community engagement, sales, marketing or the charity sector.You will ideally have: Experience delivering programmes or services within education, safeguarding or similar settingsExperience working towards targets and objectivesExperience recruiting, coordinating or supporting volunteersStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsGood understanding of safeguarding procedures and child-centred practiceExcellent planning and organisational skillsConfidence working independently and remotelyGood IT skills including Microsoft Office systemsA commitment to equality, diversity and inclusionA passion for improving outcomes for children and young people About the OrganisationThis organisation works to prevent child abuse and neglect and supports children and families across the UK through education, campaigning, safeguarding and direct services. Their Schools Service helps children understand their rights, recognise abuse and know where to access support through engaging and impactful school-based programmes.Other roles you may have experience of could include: Education Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Community Engagement Officer, Schools Liaison Officer, Programme Coordinator, Safeguarding Officer, Education Outreach Officer, Youth Engagement Officer, Project Coordinator, Family Support Coordinator.Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.