Placement Officer Early Years

Placement Officer (Early Years)

Location: Swindon - Queens Drive Campus

Salary: £23,380 - £25,121 per annum

As a Placement Officer, you will provide direct support for learning to individuals or a small group of learners, over and above that which is normally provided in a standard learning programme.

What you will do as a Placement Officer

In this role you will help students gain meaningful, career-shaping experience in Early Years settings. You'll be the friendly, professional link between learners, employers and teaching teams - making sure every placement is safe, supportive and aligned with students' goals.

You will visit placement sites - before and during - to ensure the placement is going smoothly (mileage paid through expenses), liaise with local organisations and ensure all the right checks and paperwork are in place. You'll also play a key part in supporting T-Level delivery and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Experience/Qualifications of a Placement Officer

You'll need a Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent experience), a full UK driving licence and a passion for helping students succeed. You will need to be organised, approachable and ready to take ownership of a vital part of our learners' journey.

Benefits

• 5.5 weeks Annual leave
• 21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS
• Staff development & training (100% employer coverage for training/development related to your role, and discounted part-time courses)
• Health care cash plan for employee & dependants
• Free car parking
• Discounted on-site hair, beauty & wellbeing
• Free of charge on-site gym

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work New College Swindon, then please do not hesitate to apply.

Compliance & Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and additional pre-employment screening before your appointment is confirmed.