Work Placement Officer

Work Placement Officer – Barnsley College – Permanent – £23,534 per annum

Barnsley college is an outstanding provider of education and vocational courses, and this is an exciting time to join our rapidly growing Engineering department.

Our Work Placement Officer role 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. We are looking for a positive and driven Work Placement Officer to support our students and staff in their Work Placement activity, preparing the next generation of engineering workers and professionals for the workplace.

Benefits

First of all, what’s in it for you?

• 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! 
• Considerable staff investment through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
• 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
   

Work Placement Officer
Engineering
Permanent vacancy – 37 hours per week
£23,534 per annum

We are looking for a highly dedicated and motivated Work Placement Officer to join our team of industry experts and specialists supporting with work experience opportunities. You will work with the curriculum staff across the department to create secure and maintain industry Work Placements and engagement. You will be supporting students to further develop their competency and industry standards with the required skills, knowledge, behaviours and attitudes required to work in an engineering, automotive or electrical installation setting.

Building the links between education and employment is a key part of our Work Placement Officer role here at Barnsley College. We are looking for someone that can capably guide our young people into industry, working to generate and sustain excellent employer links and outstanding learner experiences.

In this role, you will have the autonomy to facilitate meetings and visits with employers to determine whether the placement opportunities are suitable for our students. Although previous experience working within employer engagement and student support isn’t essential, candidates must have some general experience in either marketing, sales or customer service.

Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications Sunday 2nd June 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.

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