At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in their work placements and enhance their professional development.
- Company: Runshaw College, a top-performing college with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension contributions, and a focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Background in Health and Social Care and experience with young people.
The predicted salary is between 24151 - 24151 £ per year.
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Reference: JUN20264489
Expiry date: 11:00, Mon, 29th Jun 2026
Location: Leyland, Lancashire
Salary: Up to £24,151 p.a. (FTE £29,370 p.a.)
37 hours, during term time
We offer a competitive benefits package, including £1,666 p.a. (FTE £2,027 p.a.) in employer pension contributions.
Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student at the heart of all that we do. We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing.
The School of Health, Care & Childhood Studies is inviting applications from professionals with a background in Health and Social Care to support students through their work placement journey in becoming a professional in their field.
As a Work Placement Visitor, you will work together with the course leader and teaching team to provide the best possible learning experiences, personal development opportunities and progression outcomes for all our learners in a culture of ambition, mutual support and respect.
It is also essential that the person appointed is able to work effectively with all support functions across college. The post-holder will need to be confident in making calls to employers to secure placements, holding employer meetings, visiting settings and observing students in practice, going into class to speak with students or meeting on a 1-2-1 basis, planning and delivering sessions on professionalism and workplace expectations, having attention to detail and quality, and being comfortable working to set targets and deadlines.
Experience of or the ability to relate to young people and deal with them appropriately is essential together with the willingness to undertake further training and development.
Closing date for this post is 12 noon, Monday 29th June 2026.
Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.
Work Placement Visitor for Health and Social Care/T-Level Health in Leyland employer: Runshaw College
Runshaw College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Located in Leyland, Lancashire, employees benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services to the community. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises growth and customer satisfaction in a dynamic educational environment.
