Are you passionate about connecting education with real-world experience? Do you thrive on building bridges between academic learning and the professional world? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you at West Thames College as a Work Experience Coordinator. West Thames College is a leading Further Education college in West London, dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive and enriching educational experience. We are committed to preparing students not only with academic knowledge but also with practical skills that set them on the path to success. As a Work Experience Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students by developing meaningful connections with employers, sourcing work experience opportunities linked to our curriculum programs, and facilitating T Level Work Placements. Key Responsibilities: Forge Lasting Employer Links: Develop and nurture relationships with local businesses, organisations, and industry leaders to create a robust network of work experience opportunities. Curate Tailored Work Experience Programs: Source and coordinate diverse work experience opportunities aligned with our curriculum programs, ensuring relevance and value for students. T Level Excellence: Collaborate closely with T Level program coordinators to secure and manage work placements that meet T Level standards and enhance students' practical skills. Empower Employability Coaches: Support Employability Coaches in creating resources and delivering engaging sessions that guide students in researching work experience and volunteering opportunities while developing essential employability skills. Data-Driven Success: Maintain accurate records and generate insightful reports to continually assess the impact of our work experience programs and identify areas for enhancement. Qualifications: Level 4 or equivalent qualification in Education, Business, Advice and Guidance or a related discipline. Proven experience in employer relationship development, preferably in an educational setting. Familiarity with T Level programs and requirements. Strong organisational and project management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. How to Apply: If you're ready to make a difference and inspire the next generation, apply now! The application deadline is 14 January 2024. West Thames College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Embark on a journey of educational innovation and career empowerment as a Work Experience Coordinator at West Thames College. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our students and bridging the gap between education and the professional world! At West Thames College we are committed to safeguarding our students. The safety of students continues to be a primary focus. We practice safe staff recruitment and check the suitability of staff and volunteers that work with young students or vulnerable adults. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Full details of the post can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Please study the items in this person specification carefully and when completing your application form try to describe your knowledge, skills and experience in terms of those particular items: 1. Possess excellent IT skills, particularly data base management 2. Show evidence of excellent team working skills 3. Show evidence of excellent communication skills 4. Show evidence of excellent time management skills 5. Show evidence of good customer care skills 6. Have achieved, or be willing to achieve a Health & Safety risk assessment qualification 7. Possess the ability to negotiate with employers, and other agencies 8. Show evidence of the ability to relate to young people 9. Be willing to undertake training and development as required within the role. 10. Be willing to travel to placements 11. Possess appropriate IT skills relevant to the post or be willing to undertake training. 12. Have an awareness and understanding of the Prevent and Safeguarding initiatives 13. Have an awareness and understanding of equal opportunities. Equality and diversity West Thames College champions excellence, integrity, equality and respect. This means we aspire to the highest achievements for our students and the best possible working environment for our staff. The whole college community - women and men, younger and older, from different , social and ethnic backgrounds, a variety of faiths, cultures and languages, lesbian, gay and straight, disabled and non-disabled – we are all treated with the same respect and entitled to the same chances to succeed. We champion diversity because we know that a rich mix of people makes the college a more productive and creative place to study and work. And we champion equality because it is the right thing to do.