Industry Placement Coordinator – Barnsley College

Industry Placement Coordinator – Barnsley College
Employer Engagement
Salary: £14,311 per annum (£23,534 pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent | Part time – 22.5 hours per week

Reference: REC2033 | Closing date: Thursday 24th October 2024

The opportunity

Whether it’s touring the local football ground, holding meetings with TV producers, or even having a chat over a coffee in a stately home – no two days are the same for our Industry Placement Coordinators.

Our new Industry Placement Coordinator will be joining a high performing team with excellent support mechanisms and opportunities to learn, develop and potentially progress, whilst cultivating relationships with employers across the South and West Yorkshire region. The role will see you working closely with a wide range of students on a 1:1 basis, as well as within a classroom environment, enabling you to ensure learners are gaining relevant experience through their T Level work experience placements within Construction. If you want to join a close knit, effective team that play a vital role in the wider college function, please submit your application for consideration.

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution! 
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Our shared purpose – We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

The Barnsley College Advantage

When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:

• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short and Long Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

About you

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, outgoing individual that thrives from working in a hands-on, varied role, building strong working relationships and supporting others. There is a real networking focus in this role. You will have the autonomy to work independently, booking meetings with employers and travelling across the region. This role is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from a commercial or industry background to join the education sector, or for support staff wishing to progress. Ideal candidates may have experience in marketing, sales or customer service, alongside the drive to generate and sustain excellent employer links and outstanding learner experiences.

Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications Thursday 24th October 2024 – We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.