Position: Employability Skills & Placement Officer
Specialist College for Young People with Learning Disabilities/Difficulties
Salary: £31,719 - £35,667
Contract: Fixed term maternity cover for up to 12 months
Location: Sheffield
Hours: 37 hours per week X 52 weeks per year
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
As an Employability Skills & Placement Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring our students gain high-quality work experience, develop employability skills, and successfully transition into employment, apprenticeships, or further education. You will work closely with students, employers, and curriculum staff to coordinate placements, provide employability training, and support students in overcoming barriers to work.
Key Responsibilities
- Organising and coordinating work placements, industry tasters, and employability workshops
- Supporting students in developing their confidence and skills for the workplace
- Liaising with local employers to create meaningful work opportunities
- Preparing students for interviews and the world of work
- Monitoring student progress and providing tailored support
- Ensuring all compliance and safeguarding requirements are met
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:
- Experience in employer engagement, work placements, or employability support
- Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
- The ability to support young people with learning disabilities and additional needs
- Knowledge of post-16 education and employment pathways
- A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (desirable)
This is a maternity cover role with a fixed-term contract. If you are committed to empowering students with learning difficulties to achieve their career goals, we would love to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Enhanced Pension Contribution
- Work-Life Balance – Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
- Sustainability – Cycle to Work Scheme, Salary Sacrifice car lease scheme for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
- Continuing Professional Development
- Access to retail discounts for the Totum Card
- Supporting employees at all stages of life – enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:
Email: Jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk
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: 15/02/2025
Interview Date: 27/02/2025
We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!
Diversity and Inclusion
- We value diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from everyone as a Leaders in Diversity employer.
- As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon appointment, and as employees.
- If you require reasonable adjustments or support at any point, please contact us via the details above.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
- We are 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 are available in the documents attached to this advert.
Application Process
- Please click the links below to view the job description, person specification, and notes of guidance.
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- To apply, click apply and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team via email jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk CVs are currently not accepted.
The Company
We are focused on achieving our vision of being leaders in technical and academic education, creating exceptional opportunities for the communities that we serve to realise their aspirations.
About disability confident
Disabled candidates who meet all the essential criteria will be offered an interview for this vacancy. Contact the
jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
The disability confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to your workplace.
Our Values
Diversity
Inclusion
Engagement
Meet our Senior Team
The Sheffield College is a Further Education Corporation under the Further and Higher Education Act 1992. Our Mission as a college is to transform lives through learning. Our Senior Team are the people who are ultimately responsible for making this happen.
Angela Foulkes
Chief Executive and Principal
Andrew Hartley
Deputy Chief Executive and Executive Director of Commercial and Operations
Martin Harrison
Executive Director of Finance
Paul Simpson
Executive Director, People
Mark Pearson
Executive Director of Strategy & Systems Improvement
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Anne-Marie Holdsworth
Director of Governance
Dave Trounce
Deputy Principal
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