Supported Internship Work Placement Coordinator 0.8 post (Part time - Maternity Cover)

We are looking for:

• Supported Internship Work Placement Coordinator 0.8 post (Part time - Maternity Cover)
• Salary: £24,738-£26,374 Per Annum, pro rata

This is a very important role.

Alun Francis, our Principal, says, “This is a very important appointment, Foundation Programmes is central to our plans for the future, and we are looking for high calibre candidates. We want people who love their subject area, are committed to keeping up to date, but also want the professional challenge of developing outstanding pedagogical practice. We are investing in the facilities, employer relationships and the skills and knowledge of our staff. We are looking for people who will respond to this, love their learners and enjoy the challenges and benefits of working at Oldham College”.

Trish Bennett, Head of Skills & Employability says “Oldham College is a highly inclusive organisation and our Faculty of Skills & Employability exemplifies the ethos described above. If you too believe foundation learners deserve the absolute best opportunities and have the passion and enthusiasm to drive this forward in an award winning Faculty, then we want to hear from you. Make a real difference, read on and get in touch”.

The Role:

In this role, you will:

• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and show a flexible and professional attitude.
• ​Be responsible for co-ordinating Supported Internship provision across Oldham College, working with employers and young people with SEND, to secure and develop a range of work experience opportunities within the region
• Work with the Head of Faculty and Programme Leader in Skills for Life & Work, in accordance with the 2014 Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of Practice, to develop an ambitious provision focusing on the key outcomes around employability.
• ​Providing tailored educational, practical and motivational support to enable students to develop work skills, you will have considerable experience of supporting young people with learning difficulties/disabilities within the workplace.
• You must have experience of employer engagement, job matching and have a comprehensive understanding of the implications of disability
• Be bold, optimistic and tenacious in setting and achieving high standards
• Drive Oldham College’s vision and expectations to have a significant impact on students’ life chances

Our Skills & Employability Faculty is highly inclusive and provides life changing opportunities for its students, you will need to demonstrate a strong track record of working in this type of environment. Experience of working in the FE sector is desirable.

If you want to be outstanding, and want to help us achieve the same thing, then please apply.

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