Higher Education Work Placement Coordinator
Higher Education Work Placement Coordinator
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Job Description
Are you passionate about supporting students in gaining real-world experience Do you thrive in a dynamic student-focused environment DN Colleges Group is looking for a proactive and organisedHE Work Placement Co-ordinatorto join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping students futures by coordinating meaningful work placements across our higher education curriculum.
About the Role
As a Work Placement Co-ordinator youll support the planning organisation and monitoring of work placements for HE students. Youll work closely with curriculum teams employers and students to ensure placements are safe enriching and aligned with academic goals.
Essential Criteria
Were looking for someone who can bring the following to the role:
- A relevant qualification and strong IT skills (including Word and Excel)
- Experience working with individuals aged 18 and within the education sector
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and planning abilities
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and develop new and existing work placements across HE programmes
- Conduct Health & Safety assessments and support safeguarding in placement settings
- Brief students and staff on placement processes and expectations
- Maintain accurate records and employer databases
- Liaise with employers students and curriculum teams to monitor placement progress
- Support students with DBS checks and placement documentation
- Respond to internal and external placement enquiries
- Promote a positive student experience and contribute to continuous improvement
Why Join Us
At DN Colleges Group we put students at the heart of everything we do. Youll be part of a supportive innovative and inclusive team that values collaboration and continuous development. Flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities are available.
Ready to make a difference Apply now and help our students take the next step towards their future careers.
Closing Date: 06/07/2025
Interview Date: 17/07/2025
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally before commencing employment all employees undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable tosponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
About us
North Lindsey College has been a key training provider in Scunthorpe for over 60 years helping thousands of people throughout the years to go on to achieve their dreams.
We offer post-16 study programmes apprenticeships traineeships part-time short courses and Higher Education programmes.
Across all of our provision we work closely with employers across every sector in this region and further afield to help you gain the skills you need to progress into your chosen career.
The benefits
All employees at DN Colleges Group enjoy a generous annual leave allowance as well as an additional 2 weeks closure over the Christmas period. We encourage all our teams to take regular breaks no longer than 3 weeks to enjoy a healthy work life balance.
DN Colleges Group are committed to Health and Wellbeing of all our employees. We have an increasing number of provisions exclusive to our employees designed to help you stay at your best or to assist and provide support when you need it.
- Vivup Employee Wellbeing and Benefits platform
- Wellness initiatives onsite during your working week. This could include healthvisitors financial advisers or physio specialists.
- Onsite fitness classes at lunchtime or after work in conjunction with our Sports colleagues.
- Cycle to Work and Electric car scheme
- Free Eye Care Vouchers
- Discounted Hair and Beauty services
- On site nursery
- Online access to Remploy which is our 24/7 confidential mental health and counselling resource.
- In house counselling/safeguarding specialists to assist in Wellbeing
Lets Teach Programme
Lets Teach The LETs teach programme supports new members of teaching staff in terms of college systems and key teaching and learning areas including new staff lesson visits and postcard peeps. Each new member of staff has an allocated Lead Practitioner who works closely with them throughout the programme.
Lets Bloom
The LETs Bloom Programme aims to connect our experienced and qualified teachers to share best practice and support continued risk-taking as we continue to add depth to our teaching craft. Teachers volunteer on this one year programme working closely with the Learning Enhancement Team capturing their experimentation in a journal.
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