At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and manage clinical placements, ensuring smooth processes and high-quality experiences.
- Company: Join a dynamic Clinical Placements Team in a supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop professional skills, and work closely with NHS and academic staff.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' placement experiences while enhancing your organisational skills.
- Qualifications: Strong admin skills, communication prowess, and a knack for problem-solving are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to support the effective coordination and delivery of clinical placements within the Clinical Placements Team.
Responsibilities
- The postholder will manage the administration and coordination of practice placements, ensuring robust, efficient and compliant processes in line with professional, regulatory and institutional requirements.
- Working closely with NHS colleagues, academic staff, students and external partners across specific programmes of study, or supporting a particular function within the team, the role will support high‑quality placement experience and contribute to ongoing service improvement.
- The ability to build effective working relationships and develop a sound understanding of academic programmes and regulations is essential.
- The role will be predominantly based at the Singleton Campus, with occasional work at the Carmarthen Campus as required.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering all aspects of practice placement administration to a high professional standard, including booking placement accommodation, processing travel claims and timesheets, and maintaining accurate placement records.
Qualifications
- The candidate will bring substantial administrative experience, strong communication and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to manage complex processes with accuracy, discretion and professionalism.
- Experience of working in higher education or another regulated environment is desirable.
- The post sits within a high‑performing and fast‑paced Clinical Placements Team.
- The postholder will be highly organised and proactive, with strong IT skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines, anticipating and resolving issues as they arise.
Employability and Placements Assistant in Swansea employer: Swansea University
As an employer, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. Our team is dedicated to providing meaningful experiences in the higher education sector, with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on students' clinical placements. Located at the Singleton Campus, our vibrant environment encourages innovation and teamwork, making it an excellent place for those looking to contribute to the future of healthcare education.
