Location
London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£31,821 per annum

About the Role
Are you passionate about helping young people gain meaningful work experience? Southwark College is seeking a proactive and organised Work Placement Officer to coordinate impactful placements for students across our study programmes. You will work closely with employers and students, visiting employer premises and conducting one-to-one sessions with students to ensure their work experience is valuable and provides insight into their chosen careers. Join a dynamic team committed to supporting learners and building strong employer partnerships within a college dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About Southwark College
Southwark College is a large further education college in London, offering a wide range of work-focused courses that equip students with the skills and experience needed to enhance their employment potential. We provide a friendly, supportive learning environment where talent is nurtured. Our success is built on recruiting and retaining dedicated staff who are passionate about further education and committed to helping all students achieve their potential, regardless of the barriers they face. We offer a range of development opportunities, benefits, and support to help you succeed in your role.

Our Values
At Southwark College, our values shape how we work and interact. We expect all staff to demonstrate behaviours aligned with our core values:
- Being both inclusive and diverse
- Trusting and respecting our communities
- Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
- Inspiring excellence and curiosity

Employee Benefits
As part of the NCG Group, Southwark College offers an excellent benefits package including generous holiday entitlement, access to the Teachers' pension scheme (for teaching posts) or Local Government pension scheme (for non-teaching posts), company sick pay, a cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, training and development opportunities, flexible working, competitive salaries, and access to discounts.

Experience
Experience working with young people or in education is desirable. Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with employers and stakeholders is important.

About you
You are proactive, organised, and passionate about supporting young people to gain meaningful work experience. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external partners. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is essential. You demonstrate behaviours aligned with the college’s core values of inclusivity, respect, ownership, and inspiring excellence.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or experience in education, youth work, or a related field are advantageous but not mandatory. A willingness to learn and develop professionally is expected.