Industry Placement Advisor
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for an Industry Placement Advisor to join us on a full‑time, permanent basis, primarily across our Strode’s College and Windsor College campuses. This is a term‑time only position.
Working 37 hours a week over 41 weeks a year, the role offers a pro‑rata salary between £25,116.16 (H19) and £27,604.40 (H22), depending on experience and qualifications. For reference, the full‑time equivalent salary range is £27,284 (H19) to £29,987 (H22).
The primary objective of this role is to act as a bridge between the professional world and education, supporting students in acquiring essential employability skills and securing high‑quality industry placements that fulfil the criteria set by both the college and awarding bodies.
Key responsibilities include:
* Building strong partnerships with employers by regularly visiting locations and maintaining engagement.
* Coaching students to become work‑ready through tailored support and guidance.
* Working across Strode’s and Windsor College campuses to facilitate placement activities.
Qualifications and requirements:
* Professional background in retail, recruitment, account management, business development, or a related industry.
* Full driving licence and own means of transport.
* Passion for student development and helping young people launch their careers.
* Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Salary range and benefits:
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 24.3% employer contribution.
* Free onsite parking at all sites.
* Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff.
* Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses.
* Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Family‑friendly policies supporting work‑life balance.
* Onsite coffee shop & cafeteria.
* Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College.
The vacancy will close on Friday 3rd July 2026.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks, which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
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