Work Experience Coordinator - Business - 1.8 FTE - Full and Part Time available Summary of main purpose of Role 1.8 FTE - Full and Part Time available Newcastle College is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, professional to take on the role of Work Experience Coordinator in Business (Further Education). The successful candidate will find suitable work experience placements for learners on a wide range of study programmes and will provide employability skills training to help learners develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to access and secure meaningful work. The role also includes administrative responsibilities and effective communication with partners and employers. The successful candidate will coordinate and deliver a comprehensive work experience /placement programme. They will support learners to take ownership for the development of their career education in order to successfully achieve their personal aspirations and progress in their working lives. They will develop positive engagement with employers while searching for Business placement opportunities to develop competency within a working environment. A key focus will be to drive work experience opportunities in line with Newcastle College KPI's. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of working with young people in a support capacity and experience of working and building collaborative relationships with employers, businesses and external bodies. They will hold a minimum Level 3 qualification and a qualification relating to the support of learners e.g. Teaching, instructing, coaching, mentoring or Advice and Guidance or willing to undertake. They will also hold a minimum of 5 GCSE's (A-C/9-4) or equivalent including English and maths. This is an exciting opportunity to join a cohesive and successful team. The Business Academy at Newcastle College is a supportive and collaborative environment where colleagues work effectively together to ensure students achieve their full potential and stakeholders receive maximum value from the curriculum. If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and contribute to their academic and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as: Generous Annual Leave Flexible Working Student Discount Government Pension Schemes Cycle to Work Employee Assistance Programme For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits NCG VALUES Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share. Being both inclusive and diverse Trusting and respecting our communities Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively Inspiring excellence and curiosity For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy