Foundation Learning Job Developer (FTC July 2027)


Company:	Cardiff and Vale College
Salary:	£33,477 - £35,756
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF10 5BF
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking a passionate and motivated Job Developer to join our Foundation Learning team. This rewarding role focuses on creating meaningful work placement opportunities for learners on Pathway Three programmes, helping them develop skills, confidence and independence as they prepare for their next steps.

Working closely with employers, business mentors and colleagues across the College, you will identify and develop inclusive placement opportunities, tailoring roles to meet individual learner needs through reasonable adjustments and personalised support. You will play a key role in helping learners gain valuable workplace experience whilst supporting employers to create positive and successful placement environments.

What You'll Do

You will work with local employers and partners to source and develop high-quality work placement opportunities for learners with additional learning needs and disabilities.

You will provide workplace support and job coaching, helping learners develop the skills, behaviours and confidence needed to succeed in employment settings. You'll work closely with employers, learners and wider support teams to ensure successful placements, identify appropriate reasonable adjustments and build sustainable workplace relationships.

The role also involves monitoring learner progress, maintaining accurate records, supporting travel training where required and promoting inclusive employment opportunities across the region.

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