Placement Coordinator – Construction

Poole | Full Time | Fixed Term to 31 March 2027

Are you passionate about helping young people take their first steps into the world of work?

We're looking for a proactive and organised Placement Coordinator - Construction to join our Business Development and Partnerships team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by connecting students with valuable industry placements that build confidence, develop workplace skills and support future career success.

Working closely with employers, curriculum teams, students and parents, you'll play a key role in create high-quality placement opportunities that support students’ career development.

What you'll be doing

As a Placement Coordinator, you'll:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with construction employers to source high-quality industry placements
• Support students with placement preparation, including CV development and employability skills
• Match students to suitable placement opportunities that align with their career goals
• Monitor student progress and provide ongoing support throughout their placement journey
• Conduct placement visits and ensure learners receive a safe and positive experience
• Ensure all placements meet safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate records using college systems and employer CRM platforms
• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams to enhance student outcomes and progression opportunities

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who is:

• An excellent communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Passionate about supporting young people and improving employability outcomes
• Comfortable engaging with employers, students, parents and colleagues at all levels
• Confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems
• Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

You'll ideally have experience in a customer-facing, administrative, education, employability, recruitment, or stakeholder engagement environment.

Why join us?

You’ll play a key role in helping students develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to progress into employment, apprenticeships or further study.

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.

Working at Bournemouth and Poole College

More than just a job.

At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals. We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.

A proud culture.

We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people. We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed. In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed:

"They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices. Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college."

A place to grow and belong.

We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed. You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures. To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work With Us page.

Armed Forces Covenant

As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.