At a Glance
- Tasks: Build partnerships and organise work placements for learners, ensuring meaningful industry experiences.
- Company: Carshalton and Merton Colleges, dedicated to student success and community engagement.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension scheme, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team that values creativity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by connecting them with exciting career opportunities.
- Qualifications: Degree or relevant qualifications, plus experience in creating employer links.
The predicted salary is between 35709 - 35709 £ per year.
Position Overview
- 1x 0.9FTE – Carshalton College – 32.4 hours a week over 52 weeks a year – £33,292 - £35,709 per annum
- 1x 0.5FTE – Merton College – 18 hours a week over 52 weeks a year – £18,496 - £19,838 per annum
Responsibilities
- Build and expand external employer partnerships and oversee the monitoring and organisation of work placements and employability activities for full‑time learners.
- Ensure Study Programme/T‑Level learners gain meaningful work experience or industry placements, comply with health and safety policies, and record placements in college systems.
- Develop pro‑active relationships with internal and external stakeholders, work well under pressure, meet deadlines and bring creative problem‑solving and new ideas to the team.
Qualifications
- Degree or relevant professional qualifications in an appropriate subject.
- Active and experienced in creating employer links across a wide range of industries.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Annual leave of 27 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year, and 5 days wellbeing leave to support physical and mental health.
- A pension scheme with a significant employer contribution (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training, and a salary‑sacrifice cycle to a work‑well scheme. Benefits will be pro‑rated for part‑time staff.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer Partnerships & Work Placements Coordinator employer: Carshalton College
Join our dynamic team at Carshalton and Merton Colleges, where we prioritise employee growth and a supportive work culture. With competitive salaries and flexible working hours, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a collaborative environment that fosters professional development.
We think you need these skills to ace Employer Partnerships & Work Placements Coordinator
Employer Partnership Development
Work Placement Coordination
Health and Safety Compliance
Stakeholder Engagement
Creative Problem-Solving
Interpersonal Skills
Team Collaboration
