At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in securing work placements and ensure their readiness for professional environments.
- Company: A large college in Wakefield dedicated to Early Years Education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, valuable experience, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: 1-year fixed term maternity cover with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives by guiding them towards successful careers in Early Years Education.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or student support, strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Pay: 150 to 300 per day
Duration: 1-year fixed term maternity cover
Empowering Learning have been retained by a large college in Wakefield to support them with recruiting a Work Placement Officer to work in the Crae and Early Years business area of the College.
Duties:
- Plan and carry out visits to students on work placement.
- Liaison with the course tutor and placement provider is an essential part of this activity.
- Visit student groups and prepare them for work placement, in conjunction with Personal Tutors.
- Conduct health and safety checks for placements in line with Group policy.
- Co-ordinate and undertake any necessary DBS paperwork at interview evenings and enrolment, including collecting and chasing proof of ID.
- Check student residence against placement location and travel routes to ensure students can get there within a reasonable time and means.
- Check with students any potential prior history or links with a setting that may hinder their professional progress (e.g. relatives in setting).
- Under appropriate direction, supervise, guide and support student learning activities on relevant programmes.
- Brief and prepare student groups for attendance to and performance in placement (punctuality, dress code, and all other professional expectations and behaviours etc.).
- Respond and reply to placements regarding queries, problems and concerns.
Work Placement Officer - Early Years Education employer: Empowering Learning
Empowering Learning is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional development of its staff. As a Work Placement Officer in Wakefield, you will benefit from competitive pay, a strong focus on employee growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students pursuing careers in Early Years Education.
