Work Placement Officer

Harlow College Group; Birtley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlow College Group is seeking a dedicated Work Placement Officer to strengthen links with employers and secure meaningful placements for learners. You will work with staff and students to develop work readiness and manage placements across sectors.

The role involves sourcing placements, building new employer contacts, maintaining records in the placement system, and promoting benefits of work experience to partners.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully engaging and developing relationships with employers, clients, or customers.
• Experience in a customer service or client‑centred environment with excellent telephone skills.
• Level 2 in English & Maths or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a willingness to forge new contacts.
• Experience in using technology, along with a willingness to understand new technology.
• Ability to problem‑solve, flexibility in managing work priorities, and a track record of meeting deadlines and targets.
• Safeguarding Level 2 qualification or a willingness to work towards it.
• Experience and or knowledge of the aviation industry would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting college staff in developing students' work readiness.
• Sourcing work experience and industry placements for students.
• Cultivating new employer and industry contacts while nurturing relationships with existing partners.
• Articulating the benefits of offering work and industry placements to Harlow College learners to potential employers.
• Maintaining accurate records through a state-of-the-art work placement software platform.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Aviation knowledge (desirable)

Education

English & Maths Level 2

Tools

Work placement software

Job description

Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and industry? Do you thrive on building meaningful connections with employers and ensuring students have valuable work experiences? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Work Placement Officer

Starting Salary: £26,898 FTE

Located at Stansted Airport College

Full time

Permanent Post

About the Team:

Our Work Placement Team is the driving force behind creating crucial links with industries, securing enriching work placements for our learners, and maximizing the benefits of these experiences. We foster collaboration between students, employers, and teaching staff to guarantee the best possible outcomes. All team members receive comprehensive initial and ongoing training to excel in their roles.

About the Role:

As a Work Placement Officer, you will play a pivotal role throughout the learner journey, working closely with both staff and students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting college staff in developing students' work readiness.
• Sourcing work experience and industry placements for students.
• Cultivating new employer and industry contacts while nurturing relationships with existing partners.
• Articulating the benefits of offering work and industry placements to Harlow College learners to potential employers.
• Maintaining accurate records through a state-of-the-art work placement software platform.

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications and attributes:

• Proven track record of successfully engaging and developing relationships with employers, clients, or customers.
• Experience in a customer service or client‑centred environment with excellent telephone skills.
• Level 2 in English & Maths or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a willingness to forge new contacts.
• Experience in using technology, along with a willingness to understand new technology.
• Ability to problem‑solve, flexibility in managing work priorities, and a track record of meeting deadlines and targets.
• Safeguarding Level 2 qualification or a willingness to work towards it.
• Experience and or knowledge of the aviation industry would be desirable.