Join Bournemouth & Poole College as a Placement Coordinator in this rewarding role to help students develop the skills and experience they need for future success.

This is a part-time, permanent position working 30 hours per week across our sites.

In return, you will receive a competitive annual salary of £21,150 (£26,085 FTE).

The Role

Working within our Placement team, the Placement Coordinator is responsible for sourcing, coordinating, and monitoring high-quality work placement opportunities that align with curriculum requirements and career aspirations.

This role suits a motivated and results-focused individual who thrives in a target-driven environment

What you'll be doing

The key focus of this role is to work closely with employers, students, curriculum teams, parents/carers, and external partners to build and maintain effective relationships to deliver meaningful placement experiences and positive learner outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with employers and external organisations to secure high-quality industry placements and work experience opportunities for students
• Work collaboratively with Academic Tutors and curriculum teams to prepare students for industry placements, including supporting the development of CVs, applications, interview skills, and workplace readiness
• Provide guidance, support, and monitoring to students throughout their placement journey, ensuring a positive learning experience and successful outcomes

Conduct placement visits and reviews to

• Ensure students receive an appropriate induction, including health and safety requirements
• Monitor student engagement, attendance, and progress
• Support the completion of learning logs and placement documentation
• Evaluate the impact of placements on student development, achievement, and progression
• Liaise effectively with employers and curriculum staff to address any issues or support needs
• Ensure all placements are risk assessed, authorised, and managed in accordance with college safeguarding, health and safety, and placement procedures
• Act as the first point of contact for placement-related enquiries, resolving queries, concerns, and complaints in a professional and timely manner

Full details of the role are detailed on the attached Job Description & Person Specification.

About You

• GCSE Grade 9-4 (previously A-C) in English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
• Proven experience in a similar customer facing role
• Confident in working towards and achieving targets
• Experienced in multitasking and being highly organised
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence using digital systems and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge and awareness of safeguarding in an educational setting

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.

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