Job Title: Work Placement Engagement Officer
Location: Mansfield
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £25 - £30 per hour

Are you an experienced Work Placement Engagement Officer with a passion for building strong relationships with employers and creating opportunities for students?

Do you have experience supporting young people into meaningful work placements that develop their employability skills?

Are you organised, proactive and confident in engaging with employers, students and education professionals?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a positive, engaging and forward-thinking college based in Mansfield, who are looking to appoint a Work Placement Engagement Officer. The college is committed to supporting students in developing their employability skills, gaining valuable industry experience and preparing for their future careers.

The college is looking to take on a dedicated Work Placement Engagement Officer on a short-term basis, with an immediate start. The successful Work Placement Engagement Officer will be responsible for building relationships with local employers, securing meaningful study programme and industry placements, supporting students with SEND/LLDDD, carrying out placement checks and risk assessments where required, and monitoring student progress to ensure placements meet the college's expectations and safeguarding requirements.

The successful Work Placement Engagement Officer will have:

• A relevant qualification in Education, Careers Guidance, Business Administration or a related field is desirable

• Previous experience in employer engagement, work placement coordination or a similar role within further education

• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with employers and securing suitable student placement opportunities

• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety procedures, risk assessments and supporting students with SEND/LLDDD

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records, monitor placement progress and meet departmental targets

• Strong communication skills, a proactive approach and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, employers and college staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are an enthusiastic Work Placement Engagement Officer interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: mark.little@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 2003224