Work Placement Officer - Construction


Company:	Nottingham College
Salary:	£29,390 - £33,602
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential.Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves.Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, thesupportto thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

We'relooking for a proactive and relationship-focused Work Placement Officer – Construction,to playa central rolein securing,coordinatingand managing high-quality work placement opportunities for Nottingham College students. Working closely with employers, curriculumteamsand colleagues across the College,you'llhelp create valuable industry experiences for learners while building strong employer partnerships and ensuring all placement activity is compliant, accurately recorded and delivers real impact.

Whatyou'llbring

You'llbe a confident and organised professional with experience of building employer relationships and creating opportunities through proactive engagement. Comfortable working to targets and managing multiple priorities,you'llbe passionate about connecting employers with the next generation of construction talent.

Strong employer engagement, business development,salesor recruitment experience, including outbound communication and networking.
Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage a caseload andmaintainaccuraterecords.
Confident communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with employers and internal stakeholders.
Understanding of compliance requirements, including health and safety and work placement processes.
Experience using CRM or database systems to track activity and produce reports.
Knowledge of, or experience within, the construction sector would beadvantageous.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contactMark Johnson,Employer Partnerships & Operations Manageror emailMark.Johnson2@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk.

Interviews / Assessments are planned for:Week Commencing10th August 2026

Why Join us

Competitive salary – £29,930 to £33,602 FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’recommitted to creating a workplace where everyone feelssupported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a CarerConfident employer, acknowledging the tailored supportwe offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’reactively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningfulsupport to those affected.

Ourcommitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopausefeel heard andsupported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture ofcompassion andunderstanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged toshare experiences andsupport one another.Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you canshare your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within ourinclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment.Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies if viewing externally.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on 0115 884 2222.

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individualcircumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.

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