Work Experience Coordinator

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Work Experience Coordinator in East London for a temporary contract. The role involves coordinating work experience placements for students, working closely with employers and internal teams. Candidates should have experience in placement coordination, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. This position offers a competitive pay rate of £20 per hour within a supportive college environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Supportive college environment

Valuable experience in education

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating work experience placements, especially in education.
• Ability to manage multiple placements and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure work experience placements with local employers.
• Liaise with curriculum teams and students to match placements.
• Coordinate placement logistics and monitor student progress.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Placement coordination

Employer engagement

Job description

Work Experience Coordinator

Location: East London

Contract: Temporary

Rate: £20 per hour

Hours: Full-time

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and organised Work Experience Coordinator to join a college in East London on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in sourcing, coordinating, and monitoring work experience placements for students across a range of vocational areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and secure suitable work experience placements with local employers
• Liaise with curriculum teams, students, and employers to match placements effectively
• Coordinate placement logistics, including agreements, risk assessments, and compliance checks
• Monitor student progress and employer feedback during placements
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in line with college and funding requirements
• Support students with employability preparation where required

Requirements

• Previous experience coordinating work experience, placements, or employer engagement (education or training sector preferred)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple placements and deadlines effectively
• Confident liaising with employers and internal stakeholders
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and work placement compliance (desirable)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate of £20 per hour
• Opportunity to work within a supportive college environment
• Valuable experience within further education and employer engagement

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.