Work Placement Co-ordinator

At DN Colleges, we are committed to achieving the highest standards and providing a caring, safe, and inclusive environment. We work collaboratively to achieve shared goals, using our initiative to find creative solutions. We take individual and collective responsibility, working with integrity and respect for each other.

This role is working 38 weeks per year. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Organise and Develop Work Placements: Support the Work Placement Manager and Team Leader in organising and developing new and existing work placements.
• Health & Safety Assessments: Conduct Health & Safety assessments of work placement settings and address any issues/concerns.
• Student Support: Assist with briefing meetings, DBS checks, and distribution of relevant documentation to providers.
• Database Maintenance: Help develop and maintain a database of employer and commercial/industrial links.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with the Work Placement Manager/Team Leader and other team members.
• Monitoring Progress: Monitor the progress of work placements and address any issues that arise.

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant qualification and good IT skills, including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Experience working with the 14-19 age group and within the education sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High levels of organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and use initiative.
• Flexibility to meet the varied demands of the post.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Owner of a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and completing risk assessments is desirable.

If you are passionate about supporting students and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of our students.

Click 'Apply' now to apply to be a Work Placement Co-ordinator with DN Colleges.

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates.  Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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