Industry Placement Officer (Construction)

We are looking for a proactive and motivated Industry Placement Officer to join our dedicated team, specifically to support students to access high-quality industry placements that enhance their skills, confidence, and career prospects. This is a highly rewarding role where you will work directly with students and employers to ensure meaningful work placement opportunities that align with study programmes and industry needs. About the role: As part of the Industry Placement team, you will:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Construction employers to secure placement opportunities
• Prepare students for the workplace, helping them develop confidence and employability skills
• Support and monitor students during their placements, ensuring a positive and productive experience
• Track progress against placement targets and contribute to continuous improvement
You will have an office base at our Sparsholt campus with the Industry Placement team but you will work predominantly out of Andover campus with students there, with regular visits to employer sites.

We are seeking someone who:
• Is passionate about supporting young people to succeed
• Is a confident communicator with the ability to quickly build relationships with employers and students
• Is Highly organised, with strong administrative and IT skills
• Is target-driven and able to work to deadlines
• Is educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
• Has a full UK driving licence holder with access to a vehicle
Desirable:
• Has experience working in Construction, employer engagement, recruitment, or work-based learning
  
  Eligibility to join a defined contribution pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• On-site gym and free parking
• Discounted food outlets and campus facilities
• Access to CPD and professional qualifications
Unique campus environment with access to college produce and services College Benefits:
• Eligibility to join a defined contribution pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Occupational Sick Pay & Maternity Pay schemes
• Flexible Working Policy
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-campus gym at Sparsholt Campus
• Free access to the library and learning resources centre
• Opportunity to purchase Sparsholt-grown produce: plants, fresh fruit & veg, fish, and game
• Discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus salon
• Wide range of CPD events, plus support with professional qualifications
• Several on-site food outlets offering great value meals
• An on-site nursery (operated by a commercial provider)
There is a nursery on the Sparsholt campus operated by a commercial provider