Placement Officer

Trafford College; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Pension 15%

Costa Coffee onsite

Employee Assistance

Professional Development

Free onsite Parking

Job summary

Trafford College in Altrincham is seeking a Work placement officer & Assessor in Early Years Education to assess learners in the workplace and coordinate placements with employers. The role involves risk assessments, DBS checks, and QA processes to ensure learners meet qualification requirements.

The position requires L3 Childcare or Early Years and Assessor qualifications, a driving licence and car for visits, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and 36.25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum L3 Childcare or Early Years qualification and Assessor qualification.
• GCSE 4+/FS L2 in maths and English.
• Experience of supporting learners to find work placements and DBS checks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess learners in the workplace to support completion of their main qualification, including marking.
• Support learners to source placements and liaise with employers.
• Complete: risk assessments, health & safety paperwork and online systems.
• Ensure employers are suitable for our learners' placements.
• Support learners to complete DBS check.
• Support and prepare learners to successfully complete their placements.
• To take part in the quality assurance, internal quality assurance process.
• To assess the learners on placement and work with the awarding body including moderation.

Skills

Driving licence

Car ownership

Education

L3 Childcare or Early Years qualification

Assessor qualification

GCSE 4+/FS L2 in maths and English

Job description

Role: Work placement officer & Assessor Early Years Education

Hours: 36.25 Hours per Week

Salary: £32,943 - £43,356 FTE

Employer Pension Contribution: 15% FTE

Location: Altrincham

The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Work Placement Assessorto join the Early Years’ team to help us achieve our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.

The Role:

• Assess learners in the workplace to support completion of their main qualification, including marking
• Support learners to source placements and liaise with employers.
• Complete: risk assessments, health & safety paperwork and online systems.
• Ensure employers are suitable for our learners' placements.
• Support learners to complete DBS check
• Support and prepare learners to successfully complete their placements.
• To take part in the quality assurance, internal quality assurance process.
• To assess the learners on placement and work with the awarding body including moderation.

About you:

If you are passionate about your specialist subject and sharing your knowledge, skills and experience and have an enthusiasm for supporting apprentices then there has never been a better time to join the Trafford and Stockport College Group.

Candidates must have a minimum L3 Childcare or Early Years qualification, Assessor qualification, GCSE 4+/FS L2in maths and English. Desirable criteria include experience of supporting learners find work placements, assessing in the workplace, completing DBS checks and placement checks. Candidates will need to have a driving licence and a car, to perform visits.

About TSCG – Making a difference, together

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that’s committed to shaping brilliant futures – for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued. You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly community, where everyone brings their own unique perspective and strengths, and where the work you do is appreciated and celebrated.

We’re deeply rooted in our local communities, with strong connections to businesses, industry and universities. Together, we’re all working toward a shared mission: to elevate skills, create opportunities, shape futures and transform lives.

TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.

Exceptional Benefits Package

At TSCG, we believe in rewarding our team for their dedication and hard work. Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, professional growth, and overall job satisfaction while ensuring you are valued every step of the way. Join our team and enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 40 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Generous company pension contribution of 15%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free onsite Parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.

Staff at Trafford & Stockport College Group go above and beyond to ensure that our students get the best possible teaching and support to enable them to reach their ambitions. We expect the very highest standards for all students, and this is evidenced year after year by our achievement and progression outcomes. If you are passionate about championing inclusion, fostering positive employee experiences, and making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

TSCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.

The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.

Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.

The role is open to direct applicants only.