Employability Skills and Placement Officer

Position: Employment Services Placement Officer           

Salary: £31,098 - £34,968

Contract: Permanent

Location: Sheffield

Hours: 37 hours X 52 weeks

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

About the Role

It is an exciting time to be joining the Academy of Pre-Technical and Skills for Living and Work. As an area of growth, you will be joining a team of people committed to helping those who are disadvantaged grow in confidence and realise their potential through learning.  

We are a passionate and dynamic team, and we are looking for individuals who can bring enthusiasm, spirit and creativity to the area.  

No two days are the same in the academy and each team member plays a vital role in ensuring our young people achieve and progress. If you believe that education is key to raising aspirations and expectations, then this is the academy for you. 

• Are looking for a student facing role that supports the development of employability skills 

• Passionately believe that learners from all backgrounds & situations, however complex, should have the right to an excellent level of education, and want to work with them to break down barriers and build success towards their future 

• Want a varied role where you will have the chance to get involved in all kinds of exciting projects while being based across two bustling campuses. Working closely with Learners, curriculum teams, parents & employers 

If so, then this role could be the perfect opportunity for you and to start your career as a Employment Services Placement Officer here at The Sheffield College.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Delivery of high-quality and impactful student contact time through a mix of work-related activity, industry speakers and work-based visits 

• Support progression to further study and employment through relevant experiences of different technical areas 

• Play a key role in ensuring all learners have exposure to experiencing the world of work through classroom-based delivery and work placements, where appropriate 

• Ensure all academy students undertake work related activity as part of their study programme 

• Improve outcomes for all academy students through meaningful sessions on employability skills 

• Ensure robust and appropriate parent/carer and employer liaison 

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following qualities:

• Empathetic and understand the barriers to learning that young people from a diverse range of backgrounds can face 
• Ability to make well-reasoned, often tough decisions that are in the best interests of both the learners and the college 
• Excited to develop your skills and further develop professionally
• Bring fresh ideas to the table and help us constantly improve 

What We Offer 

• Pension contribution of 17.1% 
• Work-Life Balance – Enhanced Holiday Entitlement  
• A Supportive Environment – 2 Week December closure for all employees 
• Sustainability – Cycle to Work Scheme   
• Supporting employees at all stages of life – enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies  

& Many More!

Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:

Email: Jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk   

We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!   

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Next Steps: 

Closing Date: 23/07/2024

Interview Date: W/C 29/07/2024

Please note that any internal staff currently at risk will be considered in the first instance.

As a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.  

Also, as a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above. 

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures.  

Further details on the employment of ex-offenders can be found in the documents attached to this advert. 

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