A key part of this role will be to ensure students complete Work Placements or industry placements within their chosen field of work.
An essential task will be to engage existing employers to maintain their support and if feasible increase the number of students for each employer. To build links with new employers and match students to the appropriate employer and role. Increasing the number of employers supporting our students with Work Placements and developing strong working relationships.
Working individually as well as working alongside the directorate of Engineering, (Motor Vehicle, Fabrication and Welding departments) to generate and upscale placement opportunities.
You will develop strong links with employers, log risk assessments which are completed by vocational specialists and ensure all documents are completed prior to placements starting.
You will contribute to students’ preparation for Work Placement through projects and present to student groups in order to encourage them to gain a Work Placement.
You will use a range of college systems including the college central Work Placement management system and ensure key employer and student engagement information is captured.
You will be required to visit employers attend open evenings, employer networking events and other college sites.
The role will require you to embed the college’s values; Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, High Expectations, Responsibility.