Work Placement Coordinator
Work Placement Coordinator
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£ 14656 - 15139
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Chief Executive Officer: Lee Wilson
Principal: Rob Southern
Work Placement Coordinator
Grade 6 14656..70 (actual salary per annum)
22 hours and 30 minutes per week (3 days) 39 weeks per year
Outwood Academy Newbold is rated Good with Outstanding leadership by Ofsted and we are based in the large friendly Derbyshire town of Chesterfield near Derby and Sheffield.
We recognise a childs time at school is irreplaceable and that education provides the bedrock for success in every area of life. This is why we take a holistic view to student development placing equal value on vocational practical creative and academic ability.
Since joining the Outwood Family in 2015we have been on a journey of transformation and improvement which has seen our results improve but more importantly we are delighted that after its latest inspection of the academy Ofsted noted that parents staff and pupils are positive about the changes that have been made to the school.
We believe our success speaks for itself as we are above the national average for the number of students achieving at a Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs. We are also proud to have been awarded Gold Status by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award.
Our knowledgerich curriculum has something for everyone with extra guidance for those requiring additional support and we do whatever it takes to help young people develop a sense of responsibility.
We believe we are on a journey to Outstanding. Help to take us to the next level.
We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first raising standards and transforming lives into practice.
All academies within the Outwood Family have gained the IQM Inclusive Schools Award with 18 having Centre of Excellence status and one holding Flagship status.
Are you looking for a unique Post 16 schoolbased role Are you imaginative creative solutionfocused and organised Can you inspire and support our P16 students studying T Levels (vocationalqualifications) in contributing positively in the local workforce
Then the role Work Placement Officer atOutwood Academy Newboldcould be the post for you!
AtOutwood Post 16 Newboldwe are at the beginning of ourP16 T Level journey inHealth. From September 2025 our first cohort of students will undertake placements within a unique course it offers students one day a week industrial placement within a rigorous academic programme to get them ready for work when they qualify.
We are looking for an individual who can broker manage and grow our placement offer with local workforce providers. They must also ensure that the students experience is positive and appropriate and will need to safeguard and mentor students on placements through day visits.
For this role you must have good communication skills be organised be adaptable and immerse yourself into the school environment. You will work closely with the Senior Director of Science and 6th form lead initially in establishing processes and systems required for this role; this is a completely unique role in our trust; hence you will be at the forefront of shaping the impact from it.
It is not essential for you to know about T Levels training will be provided. However it is advisable to have a broad understanding of the L3 qualification spectrum.
If you require any further information in regards to the role please contact Aalok Kanwar (Senior Director of Science)
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
