Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer

The Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of high-quality clinical placements for healthcare students across primary care and community settings. The role supports workforce development by ensuring students receive effective, well-organised placements that meet educational standards and service needs.

They will establish and develop relationships with students, practices/PCNs and Higher Education Institutes to support the delivery of placements and encourage the future workforce.

The post holder is responsible for acting as a focal point of communication between the Training Hub team and external stakeholders, excellent communication and organisation is essential., The post holder will be employed to deliver duties and responsibilities as listed on behalf of Birmingham and Solihull Training Hub and South Doc Services;

Placement Coordination

Coordinate the allocation of student placements across GP practices, community services, and partner organisations.

Act as the main point of contact for universities, education providers, and placement sites.

Maintain accurate placement schedules, ensuring capacity is maximised and equitable distribution is achieved.

Ensure all placements meet regulatory, educational, and contractual requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong working relationships with GP practices, clinical supervisors, and education providers.

Liaise with universities to confirm placement requirements, learning objectives, and schedules.

Support communication between students, educators, and host organisations.

Administration & Data Management

Maintain up-to-date records of placements, student data, and educator capacity using relevant systems.

Produce reports on placement activity, utilisation, and outcomes.

Monitor compliance with mandatory requirements such as DBS checks, indemnity, and onboarding documentation.

Quality Assurance

Support the evaluation of placement quality through feedback collection from students and supervisors.

Assist in identifying areas for improvement and implementing quality enhancement initiatives.

Working for South Doc Services in our Training Hub Department