Industry Placement Officer

Stokecoll; Stoke-on-Trent; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Leave

Hybrid work

On-site restaurant

Free breakfasts

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD access

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Job summary

Stoke on Trent College is seeking an experienced Industry Placement Officer to join the Business Engagement Team. You will build strong employer relationships, connect learners with real placement opportunities, and drive collaboration across departments to shape future industry experiences.

The role focuses on outreach, stakeholder management and creating life‑changing learning opportunities. If you are proactive, confident and collaborative, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, positive and confident.
• Skilled at communication and presenting.
• Experienced in employer engagement or partnership building.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with employers to secure industry placements.
• Coordinate opportunities and experiences for learners with external partners.
• Support the Business Engagement Team in delivering high‑quality industry experiences.

Skills

Employer engagement

Partnership building

Communication

Presenting

Job description

Vacancy Number:
V1115

Closing Date:
16/09/2026

Job Category:
Support

Job Type:
Full Time

Contract Type:
Fixed Term

Industry pLACEMENT oFFICER

V1115

Salary: £28,400
Grade: 3
Hours Per Week: 37 Hours
FTE: 1

about the role

Join Our Business Engagement Team and Shape the Future!
There has never been a more exciting time to be part of Stoke on Trent College. We’re growing fast, driving innovation, and committed to making every learner Skills Ready; Future Ready.
As an Ofsted Good College with strong financial health, we’re on an ambitious journey to become the region’s leading technical and professional College — and we want talented people to help us get there.
Our strength is One Team: a culture built on collaboration, energy and excellence. Every colleague plays a vital role in transforming lives and supporting our community. Our People are our success.
We’re now looking for an experienced, driven and highly motivated Industry Placement Officer to join our dynamic Business Engagement Team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, build strong relationships with employers, and love connecting learners with real opportunities, this role is for you.
We’re looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic, positive and confident
• Skilled at communication and presenting
• Experienced in employer engagement or partnership building

Bring your passion, your professionalism and your ability to inspire — and help us create life‑changing industry experiences for our learners. Be part of something ambitious. Be part of One Team. Be part of Stoke on Trent College.

We offer a fantastic competitive reward package, including:

• Enhanced Leave Policies including 32 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
• A range of Family Friendly Policies, including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to role
• Christmas Closure
• Bright, Modern Facilities, buildings and learning resources
• On-site restaurant facilities and Free Breakfasts (cooked breakfast or continental options)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to Continuing Professional Development
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives and health-related benefits including individual health care plans
• Access to the College Sports Academy Gym
• Free on-site parking

Curious About The Role?You are invited to contact Jenny Scrivens at [e-mail].

Please note

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.
Please note thatwedo not accept CV only applications, you must complete the application form to be considered for the role.
Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if the candidate is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job description & Person specification

V1115 Industry Placement Officer JDPS

Our Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Stoke on Trent College, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We are proud to hold the Investors in Diversity Silver Award, recognising our commitment to embedding the FREDIE principles of Fairness, Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement across everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those with long-term health conditions. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment journey, ensuring equal access to opportunities and support for all.

Our commitment to inclusion is supported by a range of initiatives that promote wellbeing, belonging and equality, including the Menopause Workplace Pledge, Proud Stoke Space Inclusion Pledge and our network of Domestic Abuse Workplace Champions.

We celebrate diversity and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. We recruit based on skills, potential and values, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our College, enriches our culture and helps us better serve our students and communities.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Stoke on Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, candidates are encouraged to review our Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and Disclosure and Barring Service Policy (including Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders) which can be found on our College Website.

This support role is subject to the College’s Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and requires a strong commitment to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
This position involves regular and sustained contact with students under the age of 18 within an educational establishment and is classed as regulated activity with children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a children’s barred list check, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
The College may consider carrying out online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).