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Work Placement Officer (Young Professionals Liaison)
Starting Salary £25,854 per annum
Located in Harlow
Full time
Permanent
About the Team: Our Work Placement Team is the driving force behind creating crucial links with industries, securing enriching work placements for our learners, and maximizing the benefits of these experiences. We foster collaboration between students, employers, and teaching staff to guarantee the best possible outcomes. All team members receive comprehensive initial and ongoing training to excel in their roles.
About the Role:
As a Young Professionals Liaison, you will play a pivotal role throughout the learner journey, working closely with both staff and students. Your responsibilities will include:
Sourcing work experience and industry placements for students, primarily in the creative areas.
Cultivating new employer and industry contacts while nurturing relationships with existing partners.
Articulating the benefits of offering work and industry placements to Harlow College learners to potential employers.
Maintaining accurate records through a state-of-the-art work placement software platform.
Providing general support to the wider Work Placement Team, including assisting with T Level placements and other curriculum areas when required.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications and attributes:
Proven track record of successfully engaging and developing relationships with employers, clients, or customers.
Experience in a customer service or client-centred environment with excellent telephone skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a willingness to forge new contacts.
Experience in using technology, along with a willingness to understand new technology.
Ability to problem-solve, flexibility in managing work priorities, and a track record of meeting deadlines and targets.
Safeguarding Level 2 qualification or a willingness to work towards it.
Level 2 qualification in Maths and English
What We Can Offer:
Join our efficient and professional Work Placement Team, where collaboration is key, and mutual support is a priority. As a successful candidate, you can expect:
Funding for any training required for the role.
Investment in your professional development.
Opportunities to advance your career within the college.
An excellent benefits package, including 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
If you would like to pop in or have an informal discussion to find out more, please contact Dan Webber; dwebber@harlow-college.ac.uk
To apply, please click on the link below or copy and paste the URL:
https://lnkd.in/egYh6BAq
Closing date for applications is Sunday 26th October 2025
Interviews expected w/c 3rd November
This vacancy may close early dependant on the volume of applications received, we therefore encourage you to apply ASAP.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.