Work Experience Officer (Maternity Cover)

Big Creative Training Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative training organization in London is seeking a part-time position to support work placements for students. The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to establish connections with employers. Applicants should have GCSEs in Maths and English, alongside desirable qualifications like A-Levels or a degree. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role with an annual salary of £18,600 for 21 hours across three days a week.

Benefits

26 days of annual leave

UK bank holidays

Support for industry professionals entering teaching

Qualifications

• Experience in communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of monitoring and tracking records.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify work placement opportunities for students.
• Be the first point of contact for work experience inquiries.
• Liaise with external partners for overseas work experience.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Professional and business driven approach

Excellent organisational skills

Proficient IT Skills

Ability to establish relationships

Effective time management

Education

Maths and English GCSE Grade 4 / C

A-Levels or equivalent

Degree Level Qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

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Essential Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE Grade 4 / C or equivalent (Level 2)

Desirable Qualifications

• A-Levels or equivalent
• A Degree Level Qualification or equivalent professional experience

Essential Qualities

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to explain ideas and concepts in a clear manner.
• Professional and business driven approach to work in line with the BCT values and ethics.
• Excellent organisational and administration skills
• Accurate record-keeping, tracking and monitoring across a wide-ranging portfolio.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to use clear and concise language
• Ability to establish productive and supportive working relationships with all stakeholders (apprentices, employers, and colleagues).
• Ability to manage difficult situations.
• Proficient IT Skills across a range of software packages
• Commitment to and enthusiasm for delivering an excellent service. Remaining professional at all times.
• Ability to work both independently as well as a team.
• Effective time management and ability to work to deadlines

Key Tasks

• To source, identify and gain suitable work placement opportunities for study programme students. Make excellent connections with employers to maximise the students opportunity for sustainable employment or other progression opportunities.
• Be the first point of Contact for Work Experience related opportunities and Respond to first line enquiries from employers, students and parents / guardians regarding placement details.
• Liaise with and Support external partners on details for overseas work experience opportunities via the Turing scheme.
• Act as a conduit between employers and BCT ensuring that all business leads are referred to the appropriate BCE lead.
• Arrange and run visits and tours for perspective employers as part of the introduction to Big Creative Training.
• Supporting with wider departmental functions & events.

Salary and Days of Work

• 21 hours across 3 days a week for 52 weeks per year
• 26 days of annual leave (FTE) plus UK bank holidays, Pro rata for part time staff
• This is a fixed term, maternity cover, part time position
• Start Date : February 2026 – Fixed term for the period of Maternity Leave
• Annual salary : £18,600 (£31,000 FTE)

How to Apply

Please complete FE Jobs the application form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK as this job is in London and cannot be done remotely.

BCT is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities, encouraging equality, diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to safeguarding all enrolled learners and appointment of successful applicants are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome industry professionals who wish to enter teaching, via the fully funded Taking Teaching Further scheme’s qualification. This includes 6 months of reduced timetable for training with full pay and lesson cover.

Safeguarding Statement

Big Creative Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.