Job Description & How to Apply Below
Posted 29 January 2026 Salary From £28,485 - £30,390 per annum Location Middlesbrough College Job type Permanent Contract Middlesbrough College, Business Support Reference
004823 Expiry 12 February 2026
Job Advert
Job Title :
Work Placement Coordinator
Department : Construction
Reporting to : Work Experience & Industry Placement Team Leader
Salary :
Business Support Scale 6, Points 23 - 25, From £28,485 - £30,390 per annum
Annual Leave : 30 days per annum plus bank holidays
Contractual hours : 37 hours per week
Basis: Full time, Permanent
Pension: NEST
Location :
Middlesbrough College Main Campus, TS2 1AD
The Role
We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised Work Placement Coordinator to join Middlesbrough College Group and play a vital role in supporting students to achieve their learning goals through high‑quality work placement experiences. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with students, curriculum teams and employers to develop, secure and monitor a wide range of placement opportunities across curriculum areas, including T Levels.
You'll build strong employer relationships, promote the college's values, and ensure all placements meet expected standards through health and safety vetting, progress reviews and SMART target‑setting. You will also help raise the profile of Middlesbrough College Group by generating new business, collaborating with employers at an operational level, and promoting additional college services where appropriate. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, strong organisational abilities and a passion for helping learners succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain, review, develop and secure work placement opportunities across a range of courses in the curriculum delivery areas including T Levels.
Support, monitor and record the progress of students in their workplace, using appropriate college systems. Setting and reviewing SMART targets with students, employers, and curriculum delivery staff.
Meet with students prior to their placements and discuss their needs and the college's expectations of students whilst on work placement.
Facilitate recruitment and selection processes with employers where required to secure work placement opportunities for students.
Meet regularly with employers and students to complete and update all necessary documentation (paper or electronic) and periodic progress reviews.
Carry out workplace Health & Safety Vetting of placement employers in line with the college policy and procedure.
Promote and develop working relationships with employers for the benefit of students and Middlesbrough College Group
Show an active commitment to Middlesbrough College Groups Equality and Diversity Policy, Quality Frameworks and Health & Safety Procedures.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Good general education to at least Level 3 or equivalent.
Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent).
IOSH (Managing Safely) qualification or willing to work towards
TAQA (Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment) qualification or equivalent or be willing to work towards.
Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of the further education curriculum, including T Levels (Desirable).
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures (Essential).
Experience of delivering IAG in an educational environment (Desirable).
Experience of mentoring and/or coaching (Desirable).
Experience of business development (Desirable).
Skills & Experience
IT literate with familiarity of Microsoft Office packages.
Proven ability in administration or project work.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to form good working relationships with employers, students, and colleagues.
Full UK driving licence (Essential)
Please see the person specification for full details.
Why Join Us
Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial…
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