Industry Placement Adviser in Colchester

Industry Placement Adviser in Colchester

Colchester Part-Time 19863 - 21832 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Windsor Forest Colleges Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Connect students with the construction industry and secure on-site placements.
  • Company: Windsor Forest Colleges Group, a leading education provider in the South East.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, free parking, and career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on student success and well-being.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference by mentoring young people and shaping their careers.
  • Qualifications: Experience in practical trades or site management; full manual driving licence required.

The predicted salary is between 19863 - 21832 Β£ per year.

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a part time Industry Placement Advisor.

This is a fixed term contract running until 31st July 2027, based mainly from our Slough & Langley College campus.

The role is for 30 hours a week, working 40 weeks a year.

We offer a pro rata salary between 19,863.83 (H19) and 21,831.72 (H22), dependent on experience and qualifications.

For reference, the full time equivalent salary range is 27,284 (H19) to 29,987 (H22).

Industry Placement Advisor In this role, you will connect the construction industry with education, helping students prepare for their careers and securing them great on site placements that meet course standards.

This is the perfect job for someone with a background in practical trades, site management or subcontracting (like a site supervisor, tradesperson or team leader) or someone who wants to mentor young people and help them start their careers.

This role relies on building strong partnerships, which means you will regularly visit employers at their locations.

To get the most out of the role and navigate these visits easily, the successful candidate will find it essential to have a full, manual driving licence for use of college vehicles.

About Us The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East.

Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead.

Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state of the art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Our staff benefit from: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution Free onsite parking at all sites Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes Cycle to Work Scheme Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

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Industry Placement Adviser in Colchester employer: Windsor Forest Colleges Group

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for educators passionate about shaping the future of students. With generous benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme, family-friendly policies, and access to subsidised leisure courses, staff are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing professional growth. Located in the picturesque setting of Windsor, our state-of-the-art campuses foster collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for dedicated teachers to thrive.

Windsor Forest Colleges Group

Contact Details:

Windsor Forest Colleges Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Industry Placement Adviser in Colchester

Industry Knowledge in Construction
Mentoring Skills
Partnership Building
Communication Skills
Site Management Experience
Driving Licence (Full Manual)
Career Guidance