Industry Placement Co-ordinator

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in England is seeking an Industry Placement Co-ordinator to manage work placements within its Digital Media Department. This role involves onboarding local employers, coordinating student placements, and providing essential support throughout the placement process. Ideal candidates will have interpersonal skills, knowledge of Digital Media, and experience working with young people. Join a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people.
• Good knowledge and skill of terminology and working practices in Digital Media.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new employers for work placements.
• Coordinate student placements and monitor their progress.
• Provide pre-placement advice and guidance to students.
• Maintain regular communication with students and employers.
• Monitor and review placement progress.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Digital Media terminology

Ability to work with young people

Education

Educated to Level 3 Standard or Equivalent in Creative/Digital Media

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

Colchester Institute is a leading provider of education and training in Essex, renowned for delivering high-quality programmes that prepare students for successful careers. We are passionate about developing talent and supporting our learners to achieve their full potential.

As the Industry Placement Co‑ordinator, you will work closely with the Digital Media team to support the effective development and delivery of work placements for T‑Level and UAL qualifications in the Digital Media Department, playing a vital role in its ongoing success.

Your core duties will include onboarding new employers, coordinating student placements (typically one day per week or in block formats), and monitoring progress throughout. You’ll support students through their pre‑placement induction, addressing key practicalities such as travel, welfare, and safeguarding, while conducting regular check‑ins both on campus and at employer sites. You’ll also be responsible for identifying and reporting any issues or emerging risks.

Job Title

Industry Placement Co‑ordinator

Employment Type

Full time, based at both the Braintree and Colchester Campus

About the Role

• Support the identification, recruitment, and onboarding of local employers—primarily for the T Level Work Placement Programme, with potential to extend to other placement or internship opportunities.
• Collaborate with Curriculum Leaders to develop and maintain resources that support the work placement process, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed before placements begin.
• Work in partnership with internal stakeholders to assess and monitor placement‑related risks, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and Welfare considerations.
• Organise work placement opportunities and act as the primary contact for employers, ensuring they fully understand the requirements and expectations of student roles.
• Provide students with pre‑placement advice and guidance, helping them understand the objectives of their placement and expectations around workplace behaviour, punctuality, and travel.
• Support students in developing employability skills, including assistance with placement applications and preparation for a successful experience.
• Maintain regular communication with both students and employers during placements to offer continued support and address any emerging issues.
• Monitor and review placement progress, ensuring accurate and auditable records are kept in line with awarding body requirements and funding regulations.
• Keep employer information up to date in the CRM system, and ensure relevant details are shared with appropriate internal teams.
• Promote Colchester Institute’s employer‑led services and products, working collaboratively with college teams to meet employer needs.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times, sharing information only with authorised personnel in line with the College’s Data Protection Policy.

Essential Qualifications

• Educated to Level 3 Standard or Equivalent, ideally in Creative/Digital Media or related subject. Experience of working with young people.

Essential Experience

• Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to work and develop relationships with students and employers.
• Good knowledge and skill of terminology and working practices in Digital Media and the wider creative and cultural sector.

Why join us?

At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

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We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.