Work Experience Coordinator - Digital Technologies

Ncg Corporation; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Government Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Newcastle College is seeking a dynamic Work Experience Coordinator to join our Digital Technologies department on a permanent basis. You will develop and secure meaningful industry placements that align with curriculum content and industry standards, helping students gain real-world experience.

You will build strong relationships with employers in the Creative Industries, coordinate work-based learning, and ensure placements meet safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance requirements while

Qualifications

• Experience in employer engagement, work placements or career development.
• Proactive and positive approach to supporting students.
• Strong connections within the Creative Industries.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to raising standards in the department.

Responsibilities

• Develop and secure meaningful industry placements aligned with curriculum.
• Maintain strong industry relationships and employer networks.
• Support students through sourcing placements and preparation.
• Ensure placements meet safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams and employers to create real-world learning.

Skills

Employer engagement

Work placements

Career development

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and industry? Do you thrive on creating opportunities that inspire the next generation of professionals within the Creative Industries? If so, we want to hear from you! Newcastle College is seeking a dynamic Work Experience Coordinator to join our Digital Technologies department on permeant basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our students by developing meaningful industry placements and work-based learning experiences.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong industry relationships, securing high-quality work experience opportunities that align with curriculum content and industry standards. You will support students throughout the process, from sourcing placements to ensuring they are well-prepared and can reflect on their experiences to enhance their career readiness. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with curriculum teams and employers to create valuable, real-world learning experiences. Additionally, you will ensure all placements adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance requirements while promoting a culture of ambition and professionalism across the faculty.
We are looking for someone with a proactive and positive approach, who is committed to raising standards in an already fantastic department. Strong connections within the Creative Industries are essential, along with excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ideally, you will have experience in employer engagement, work placements, or career development, and a genuine passion for helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for successful careers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant and forward-thinking college, ensuring our students leave with the experience, industry awareness, and creative mindset they need to thrive.

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