Work Placement Coordinator

Company: Outwood
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Location: Chesterfield
Job Description:

Work Placement Coordinator


Grade 6 (SCP12-14) – £15,125.95 – £15,624.19 (actual salary per annum)


22 hours and 30 minutes per week (3 days), 39 weeks per year


About the role


We are on a journey to Outstanding and need a dedicated Work Placement Coordinator at Outwood Academy Newbold to build and manage our P16 T Level placement program, ensuring students gain quality industrial experiences each week.


Key responsibilities



  • Broker, manage and grow the placement offer with local workforce providers.

  • Ensure student placement experience is positive, appropriate and safe.

  • Safeguard and mentor students on placements through day visits.

  • Collaborate with the Senior Director of Science and 6th form lead to establish processes and systems for the role.

  • Shape the impact of the placement program across the trust.


Qualifications



  • Strong communication and organisational skills.

  • Adaptable and able to immerse fully in the school environment.

  • Experience in safeguarding students on placements is desirable.

  • Understanding of Level 3 qualification spectrum is advisable.

  • Training on T Levels will be provided; prior knowledge not essential.


Additional information


For further information please contact Aalok Kanwar, Senior Director of Science, a.kanwar@outwood.com

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Posted: June 1st, 2026