Work Experience Coordinator – Newcastle College

Location: Newcastle College
Working Pattern: Full-time
Contract: Maternity Cover
Posted by: The Supply Register

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Supply Register is recruiting a proactive and enthusiastic Work Experience Coordinator on behalf of Newcastle College.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated and people-focused individual to support the development and delivery of high-quality work experience opportunities for college learners.

The role combines student support and employability skills delivery with an important employer engagement element. You will work directly with students to develop their confidence, employability skills and understanding of the workplace, while proactively building relationships with local businesses and employers to source meaningful work experience placements.

You will also coordinate employer engagement activities, including guest speakers, industry visits, workshops and other opportunities that help students connect with the world of work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers and businesses to develop work experience opportunities for students.

• Proactively contact and engage with employers to promote the benefits of working with the college and secure suitable placements.

• Source, coordinate and match learners with meaningful work experience placements aligned with their course and career aspirations.

• Deliver employability sessions and workshops, helping students develop essential workplace skills, confidence and professional behaviours.

• Support learners in preparing for employment, including CV writing, interview skills and workplace expectations.

• Organise guest speakers, employer presentations, industry visits and other work-related activities.

• Work closely with curriculum teams to identify placement opportunities and ensure activities support students’ learning objectives.

• Maintain accurate records of employer engagement, learner participation and work experience placements.

• Ensure all placements meet relevant health and safety, safeguarding and quality assurance requirements.

• Promote positive relationships between the college, learners and the local business community.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who is confident communicating with a range of people, enjoys building professional relationships and has a genuine passion for helping young people prepare for the world of work.

Essential experience and skills include:

• Experience supporting young people on a one-to-one basis and in group settings.

• Experience engaging with employers, businesses or external partners.

• Confident communication and relationship-building skills, particularly when approaching new employers.

• Experience delivering or facilitating training sessions, workshops or employability activities.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple placements and priorities.

• A proactive and persuasive approach to developing new employer relationships and securing opportunities.

• Good IT skills, including maintaining accurate records and managing learner information.

• An understanding of the Further Education sector, apprenticeships, study programmes or T Levels would be beneficial.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 GCSEs (Grades 9–4 / A–C), including Maths and English.

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

• Relevant learner-support qualification, or willingness to work towards one.

• Safeguarding training, or willingness to undertake this.

WHY APPLY?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Newcastle College in a varied role where you can make a real difference to students’ future career prospects.

You will have the opportunity to combine student-facing employability support with employer engagement and business development, helping to create valuable connections between education and the local employment market.