Work Experience Co-ordinator

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit a Work Experience Co-ordinator on a Part-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £19,862.40 per annum (Full Time Equivalent £24,828).

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.  You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.

The Role:

As our Work Experience Co-ordinator, you will work closely alongside the commercial and Curriculum Teams and as well as other key departments such as Business Development, Apprenticeships, Marketing and Careers Advisors supporting placements across the College. An essential aspect of the role is to work closely with colleagues across all curriculum areas to ensure students are prepared for their industry placements opportunities.

Responsibilities as our Work Experience Co-ordinator: 

Engage with employers and other organisations to build relationships in order to explore opportunities for student industry placements and liaise on suitable candidates.
Work with Academic Tutors and other curriculum staff to visit student groups to prepare them for industry placement. Activities may include:
development of a CV with students, specifically to be used to apply for a work placement.
Guide and support student learning/training activities in relation to placement activity.
Arrange visits to students on their industry placements, to:
–        Ensure students have been given a proper induction (to include health and safety)

–        Ensure students complete a learning log whilst on placement

–        Evaluate work placement impact on students’ learning, progress and destination

–        Liaison with Academic Tutors and placement provider is an essential part of this activity

Ensure all industry placements have been set up and authorised in accordance with the College’s Health & Safety industry placement procedure and agreed with our Health & Safety Officer.
Respond and deal with placements regarding queries, problems and complaints.
 

As our Work Experience Co-ordinator, you’ll ideally have: 

Minimum GCSE level 2 in English and Math’s or equivalent
Demonstrate experience of building rapport and strong relationships with clients
Knowledge of the skills and personal qualities needed by students for the employment sector/organisations for which they are being prepared.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Commitment to helping students in their personal development.
 

Benefits you will receive: 

You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary:

-27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years’ service
– up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period
– Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available)
– Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
– Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
 

Closing Date: 30 October 2024

We reserve the right to close this post early if there is a high level of applicants.

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Work Experience Co-ordinator role, then please click ‘apply’ now!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.