Work Experience Coordinator

NCG; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a motivated Work Experience Coordinator to support young learners in developing work readiness and securing quality work experience placements. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, have 5 GCSEs (including English and Maths), and experience with young people. This role offers professional development opportunities and generous benefits like annual leave and flexible working.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Government Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a support capacity.
• A full UK driving licence and access to transport is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver a robust work experience programme.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with employers.
• Support students in developing work-readiness skills.
• Ensure all placements meet health and safety and safeguarding standards.
• Collaborate with curriculum staff to enhance learner progress.
• Promote success stories via marketing channels.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Relationship building

Education

5 GCSEs (including English and Maths)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Qualification in teaching or mentoring

Job description

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about helping young people shape their futures? Do you thrive in a dynamic and people‑focused environment?

We're looking for a motivated and proactive Work Experience Coordinator to join our Careers and Work Experience team. In this rewarding role, you will play a key part in supporting learners to gain meaningful, high‑quality work experience placements that equip them with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to thrive in the world of work.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and deliver a robust work experience programme aligned with learner aspirations and curriculum needs.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with employers across a wide range of industries.
• Support students in developing work‑readiness skills through engaging workshops and 1:1 support.
• Ensure all placements meet health and safety and safeguarding standards.
• Collaborate with curriculum staff to enhance learner progress and ensure employer engagement is embedded throughout the academic journey.
• Promote success stories and positive employer interactions via marketing channels.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be someone who is highly organised, personable, and passionate about learner development. You will bring:

• Essential: 5 GCSEs (including English and Maths), NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, and experience working with young people in a support capacity.
• Desirable: A qualification in teaching, mentoring or advice & guidance (or willingness to work towards one).
• Experience building strong relationships with external partners, particularly employers.
• Strong organisational, communication and IT skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to transport is beneficial.

Why Join Us?

Education

NCG is committed to transforming lives through exceptional education and training. You'll join a dedicated and supportive team working to make a real difference in learners’ lives. We also offer:

• Opportunities for professional development and CPD
• Generous holiday entitlement
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing
• Inclusive and diverse working environment

Employee Benefits

NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Flexible Working
• Student Discount
• Government Pension Schemes
• Cycle to Work
• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits

NCG VALUES

Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.

• Being both inclusive and diverse
• Trusting and respecting our communities
• Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
• Inspiring excellence and curiosity

For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy