Work Experience Officer

About the role

This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. The Work Placement Officer plays a vital role in developing and maintaining partnerships with industry stakeholders to facilitate collaboration for work placements, and career development opportunities for students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to engage with industry partners and stakeholders to source large volumes of work experience and T-Level industry placement opportunities.
• Achieve established targets for the number of learners placed into work experience and industry placements.

Requirements

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You should bring:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Experience in industry engagement, business development, or related roles.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Qualifications

Most importantly, you’ll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.

Skills

You should have:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Experience in industry engagement, business development, or related roles.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Benefits

At Capital City College, you will benefit from:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport.
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles.
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services.
• Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year.
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development.

Pay

The salary for this position is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum.

Schedule

The role is full-time and permanent.

About Us

Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK’s largest FE colleges in the UK. This influential group supports over 35,000 students across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College are widely recognized for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

Why Join Capital City College?

Benefits include:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport.
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles.
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services.
• Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year.
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development.

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone. CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Our Values

To create a future that’s uniquely yours. As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success. Studying at our campuses isn’t just about good grades. It’s being part of a community within a community, that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of London itself. Where every background and perspective are celebrated, and everyone feels they belong. As teachers and staff, we’re all driven by you – getting to know you, helping you feel valued and giving you hands-on support every step of the way. Whether you’re a creative spirit, a tech whiz, or a business mastermind, together we’ll create a future that’s uniquely yours.