At a Glance
- Tasks: Find and arrange work placements for students to gain real-world experience.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to student success and career development.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop professional skills, and make industry connections.
- Other info: Opportunity to make a positive impact on students' futures.
- Why this job: Help students kickstart their careers while building relationships with employers.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35892 £ per year.
Job Purpose: Find work placements and industry placements for students. Help students gain useful real-world experience linked to their course and future career. Build relationships with employers to arrange placements, careers talks, masterclasses, interview practice and virtual work experience.
Main Duties:
- Contact employers to source suitable work placement opportunities.
- Check employers can offer proper supervision and a safe working environment.
- Work with teaching teams to match students with relevant placement opportunities.
- Keep accurate records of placement hours, employer activity and compliance checks.
- Make sure students are prepared before starting placements, including paperwork and training.
Requirements:
- Experience in a professional setting with customer service skills.
- Confident contacting and building relationships with employers and clients.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements for work placements.
- Organised, confident communicator who can manage records, solve problems and support students professionally.
- Willing to complete a new Enhanced DBS check as required.
If this role is of interest, please apply to this advert with your CV.
Important Notice: Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18s or vulnerable adults.
Work Placement Officer employer: Dovetail and Slate
Dovetail and Slate is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture. Located in a vibrant community, we offer our Work Placement Officers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by connecting students with valuable industry experiences, all while benefiting from ongoing training and development initiatives. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare ensures a safe and enriching environment for both employees and students alike.
