Work Experience Coordinator Digital & IT

New City College; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension: Career average pension scheme

Accessible for wheelchair users and by

On-Site Facilities: Gym and subsidised

Staff Development: 5 CPD days per year

Financial Perks: Interest-free travel?

Discounts on day-to-day expenses

Job summary

New City College is seeking a dynamic individual to lead employer engagement and secure work experience placements for students across the Digital and IT Curriculum. You will build networks with local, regional, and national organisations to create opportunities and support students through placements.

You will coordinate the work experience program, support students and staff, track outcomes, and continuously improve the offering.

Qualifications

• Experience in building relationships with employers to provide work experience opportunities.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with employers to secure work experience placements for students.
• Coordinate and manage the work experience program, ensuring placements meet standards.
• Support students throughout their work experience, guiding and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with academic staff to integrate work experience into the curriculum.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the program and implement improvements.

Skills

Employer engagement

Networking

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

New City College is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to play a vital role in supporting our students to gain valuable experience in the workplace supporting the Digital and IT Curriculum area. Employer engagement is key to the success of this role. You will build, develop, and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national organisations to provide employer engagement opportunities for our students, through developing existing relationships, cold calling, and networking opportunities. Key Responsibilities:

• Building and maintaining relationships with employers to secure work experience placements for students.
• Coordinating and managing the work experience program, ensuring all placements meet the required standards.
• Supporting students throughout their work experience, providing guidance and resolving any issues that arise.
• Collaborating with academic staff to integrate work experience into the curriculum.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the work experience program and making improvements as needed.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about education and student development, with excellent communication and networking skills. You should be proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Experience in a similar role or environment is desirable.

About New City College:

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development. Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK's most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

What the college offers its staff What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative workingenvironment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.