Employment Partnership Coordinator

Employment Partnership Coordinator

Salary: £20 per hourLocation: OpenshawJob Type: Full-time till Easter (potentioal to become permanent as it is covering a vacancy)

We are seeking a proactive Business Development Coordinator to lead and deliver our work-related employability strategy and action plan within a Further Education Establishment. This role is pivotal in supporting vocational reform and the rollout of T Levels, engaging employers to support industry placements effectively.Day-to-day of the role:

• Fully embed and deliver the employability strategy within the department, coordinating and implementing employability activities to meet learner and departmental needs.
• Achieve ambitious KPIs, including a 100% target for work experience at Level 2 and Level 3, and growth targets for industry placements.
• Monitor progress against KPIs and departmental targets, improving uptake of industry placements and work experience in collaboration with curriculum departments.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership to discuss progress and address any issues.
• Represent the college at employer events, networks, and meetings, promoting employability skills valued by employers.
• Manage and report on learner participation in work experience activities using systems like Pro-Monitor and Connect, ensuring compliance with all guiding principles, including risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships to manage, grow, and enhance employer engagement, creating new partnerships and maintaining existing ones.
• Prepare and coach learners for placements, ensuring they meet their action plans and learning objectives, and maintain regular contact with learners and employers to ensure participation and progress.
• Visit and mentor learners in the workplace to monitor their progress, setting, attendance, and attitude, completing all necessary paperwork and reporting for effective industry placements.
• Assist learners in developing employability skills, such as CV writing, interview preparation, and application form completion.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Required to have an enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service to be considered for the role. (or have completed an enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months)
• Demonstrable experience in business development, preferably within an educational or vocational training context.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage KPIs and meet targets.
• Experience in employer engagement and maintaining professional relationships.
• Ability to coach and mentor individuals, preparing them for the workforce.
• Proficiency in using educational and employment systems like Pro-Monitor and Connect.

*** Please be aware that this college, nor Reed cannot offer sponsorship for these roles. Additionally, if you hold a Skilled Worker Visa, please check which roles are included in your restrictions before applying ***

To apply for this role, please send us your updated CV by clicking 'Apply Now'. Your application should demonstrate your passion for educational support and your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.