At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate industry placements and work experience to enhance learner opportunities.
- Company: Join a supportive college group dedicated to learner success and sustainability.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension schemes, free courses, and health initiatives.
- Other info: Flexible working practices and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while promoting employability skills.
- Qualifications: Level 2 English and Maths, strong communication skills, and a passion for learner development.
Location: Camborne
Salary: £24,838.84 per annum, CC_24
Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours/52 weeks), Support Contract
Closing Date: 21 July 2026
Interview Date: TBC
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Industry Placement & Work Experience Coordinator to help deliver outstanding learner experiences through the coordination of high-quality industry placements, work experience opportunities and work-related activities. Working closely with curriculum teams, employers and external partners, you will source meaningful placement opportunities, promote the importance of employability skills, and support learners to develop the competencies needed for progression into further education, training and employment. The role includes carrying out pre-placement and health and safety checks, monitoring learner progress and outcomes, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a collaborative approach to employer engagement across the college group.
Skills & experience
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to engage effectively with learners, staff, employers and external partners. You will be passionate about supporting learner development and employability, with a strong commitment to inclusion, equality, diversity and safeguarding. A good understanding of the value of work experience and industry placements is essential, alongside the ability to work flexibly across college sites and manage a varied workload. Applicants should hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (or equivalent), possess a full clean driving licence, and be willing to undertake Health and Safety training if not already qualified. Experience of working in or with the construction sector would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave schemes – 25 days per annum for support roles, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
- Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
- Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
- A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
- A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
- Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
- Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.
How to apply
Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select ‘Apply Now’.
Contact us
If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team.
The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.
We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively. Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Industry Placement & Work Experience Coordinator in Camborne employer: Cornwall College
Cornwall College is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture at its Camborne Campus. With a strong emphasis on professional development and generous benefits such as annual leave and pension schemes, the college fosters an environment where educators can thrive while inspiring the next generation of media and photography professionals.
