Work Experience Coordinator

Newbury College, Inc.; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free annual flu jab

Staff wellbeing

Free onsite parking

Professional development

Job summary

Newbury College, Inc. is seeking a Work Experience Co-ordinator to shape learners’ futures through high-quality work placements. You will collaborate with tutors, employers and support agencies to tailor guidance and in-work coaching, enabling students to grow confidence and gain employability skills.

You’ll assess risks, support inclusive practice, and maintain accurate records while promoting equality and safeguarding across placements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
• A full clean driving licence and business insurance.
• Strong communication, coaching and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, setting up and maintaining work experience opportunities from short work trials to longer placements and apprenticeships.
• Work closely with employers, parents, carers and support agencies to ensure learners receive guidance and in-work coaching.
• Support employability learning in the classroom and help students apply skills in real workplaces.
• Carry out risk assessments and Health & Safety checks to meet college standards.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

At Newbury College, we believe in Careers, not Courses. As our new Work Experience Co-ordinator, you'll play a vital role in shaping the futures of learners with a wide range of needs-supporting them to grow in confidence, develop employability skills, and access meaningful, life-changing work placements. What you'll be doing:

What you'll be doing:

• Sourcing, setting up and maintaining high-quality work experience opportunities, from short work trials to longer industrial placements and supported apprenticeships.
• Working closely with employers, parents, carers and support agencies to ensure every learner receives the right guidance and in-work coaching.
• Supporting employability learning in the classroom and helping students apply those skills in real workplace settings.
• Carrying out risk assessments and Health & Safety checks, ensuring placements meet college standards and safeguarding expectations.
• Using vocational profiling and ongoing assessments to tailor support to each learner’s needs, including those with EHCPs.
• Helping learners develop independence through travel training and workplace coaching.
• Collaborating with tutors, support coaches and careers staff to help students understand their progression options and make informed choices.
• Maintaining accurate employer and learner records across our systems to support audit requirements.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable and able to think on their feet.
• Confident communicating with a wide range of people – from learners and families to employers and external agencies.
• Skilled at motivating young people, managing challenging behaviour and modelling professional workplace expectations.
• Organised, proactive and committed to equal opportunities and inclusive practice.

You’ll need:

• Level 2 English and Maths
• Experience working with young people or adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities
• A full clean driving licence and business insurance
• Strong communication, coaching and organisational skills

We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Teaching Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and Wellness:

• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
• Free Annual Flu Jab
• Staff Summer Event

Professional Development:

• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement

Work-Life Balance:

• Term time working plus an additional 2 weeks
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life

Campus Amenities and Discounts:

• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)