Work Experience Officer
Status / Hours: Fixed Term / Full Time – 37 hours per week
Company: South Staffordshire College
Job Reference: HR********
Salary: £28,****** - £30,****** per annum
Location: Tamworth & Torc Campus (Tamworth, B79 7LP)
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Contract
Posting date: 1 Aug ****
Closing date: 19 Aug ****
All applications must be received by: Wednesday 19th August ****
Interviews to be held: Thursday 3rd September ****
We are seeking a proactive and organised Work Experience Officer to support students in securing meaningful work experience and industry placements, primarily within the Construction curriculum area.
Coordinate placements and ensure all documentation and compliance requirements are met, and undertake employer visits including health and safety assessments.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with construction employers, source new placement opportunities, support industry placements, conduct reviews, and act as a key point of contact for all work experience enquiries.
Maintain accurate records on the College CRM system and provide high-quality guidance and support to students throughout their placement journey.
The ideal candidate will have experience of working with young people aged *****, excellent communication and organisational skills, confidence in using Microsoft 365 applications, and the ability to build effective partnerships with employers and external stakeholders.
Safeguarding is a key component of the role. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act ****. As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE),



an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be considered; CVs cannot be considered. Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.
What you can expect from us: we care about your wellbeing, so we have several activities all year that provide support. We also value time off, providing a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 'ME' days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy), an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of perks available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).
Generous holiday scheme
Usual Bank Holidays
Additional 5 days at Christmas
2 'ME' days (day off work to do whatever you like)
Additional day on campus for wellbeing
Paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers)
Pension contribution at a minimum of 20.9% (higher for Local Government Pension Scheme)
South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
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