Work Experience Coordinator - Art and Design

Work Experience Coordinator - Art and Design

Date Posted: 2026-08-28T13:55:34.613

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, GB, NE1 7

Contract Type: Permanent

Employer: NCG Corporation

Closing Date: 2026-09-25T13:55:34.613

Job Reference: 26621

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and industry? Do you thrive on creating opportunities that inspire the next generation of professionals within the Creative Industries? If so, we want to hear from you! Newcastle College is seeking a dynamic Work Experience Coordinator to join our Art and Design department on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our students by developing meaningful industry placements and work-based learning experiences.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong industry relationships, securing high-quality work experience opportunities that align with curriculum content and industry standards. You will support students throughout the process, from sourcing placements to ensuring they are well-prepared and can reflect on their experiences to enhance their career readiness. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with curriculum teams and employers to create valuable, real-world learning experiences.

Additionally, you will ensure all placements adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance requirements while promoting a culture of ambition and professionalism across the faculty. We are looking for someone with a proactive and positive approach, who is committed to raising standards in an already fantastic department. Strong connections within the Creative Industries are essential, along with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Ideally, you will have experience in employer engagement, work placements, or career development, and a genuine passion for helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for successful careers. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant and forward-thinking college, ensuring our students leave with the experience, industry awareness, and creative mindset they need to thrive.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:

• Generous Annual Leave


• Flexible Working


• Student Discount


• Government Pension Schemes


• Cycle to Work


• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits

NCG VALUES

Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share. Being both inclusive and diverse, trusting and respecting our communities, taking ownership whilst working collaboratively, and inspiring excellence and curiosity.

For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy

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Work Experience Coordinator - Art and Design ROLE DESCRIPTION Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and industry? Do you thrive on creating opportunities that inspire the next generation of professionals within the Creative Industries? If so, we want to hear from you! Newcastle College is seeking a dynamic Work Experience Coordinator to join our Art and Design department on permeant basis. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our students by developing meaningful industry placements and work-based learning experiences. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong industry relationships, securing high-quality work experience opportunities that align with curriculum content and industry standards. You will support students throughout the process, from sourcing placements to ensuring they are well-prepared and can reflect on their experiences to enhance their career readiness. Collaboration will be key, as you will work
closely with curriculum teams and employers to create valuable, real-world learning experiences. Additionally, you will ensure all placements adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance requirements while promoting a culture of ambition and professionalism across the faculty. We are looking for someone with a proactive and positive approach, who is committed to raising standards in an already fantastic department. Strong connections within the Creative Industries are essential, along with excellent communication and organisational skills. Ideally, you will have experience in employer engagement, work placements, or career development, and a genuine passion for helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for successful careers. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant and forward-thinking college, ensuring our students leave with the experience, industry awareness, and creative mindset they need to thrive. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS NCG is
a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as: Generous Annual Leave Flexible Working Student Discount Government Pension Schemes Cycle to Work Employee Assistance Programme For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits NCG VALUES Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share. Being both inclusive and diverse Trusting and respecting our communities Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively Inspiring excellence and curiosity For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy