Work Experience Project Lead

All about the Role

We're looking for a Work Experience Project Lead to take a strategic and hands-on lead in developing and delivering high impact work experience opportunities for young people in Peterborough - particularly those who are not in education, employment or training (NEET).

In this role, you'll design, implement and continuously improve opportunities that create pathways into employment such as work experience, volunteering and internship projects that help young people build confidence, professional skills and awareness of career options. You'll work closely with colleagues across the Council, local employers and partner organisations to create a strong, sustainable Work Experience Framework for both internal and external use.

You'll use data, insight and feedback from young people to shape projects, identify barriers to participation and develop practical solutions. Alongside delivery, you'll champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring opportunities are accessible and meaningful for all.

This is a fixed term role until 31 March 2027, with the possibility of extension.

You'll be part of the People & Development service within Corporate Services, working in the Workforce Development team. Our team plays a vital role in enabling staff and future talent to thrive by developing skills, building career pathways and strengthening workforce sustainability.

We are passionate about creating positive experiences, supporting early careers and promoting Peterborough City Council as an employer of choice. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do - we work closely with services across the Council and with external partners to deliver practical, people centred solutions that make a real difference.

You'll be supported by a friendly, knowledgeable team that values innovation, learning and continuous improvement.

You'll bring strong project leadership skills and experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver outcomes. You understand how work experience and similar opportunities can support young people s employability and career development, and you re motivated by making a positive social impact.

You're confident using data and evidence to inform decisions, measure success and improve delivery. You communicate clearly and effectively, adapting your approach to engage young people, colleagues and partners alike. You're organised, self motivated and able to manage multiple priorities.

You'll also demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of the barriers people may face in accessing opportunities.

Experience of working in learning and development, education, workforce planning or the public sector would be beneficial, but most importantly you ll share our commitment to supporting young people to succeed.

We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme

• Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
• Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
• Access to car lease scheme
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
• Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
• Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
• Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrec we will work with you to meet your needs.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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