Work Experience Officer

Work Experience Officer Application Deadline: 23 December 2025 Department: Cadbury Student Services Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Cadbury College Compensation: £24,408 - £28,278 / month Description Sandwell College is seeking a proactive and highly organised Work Experience Officer to play a vital role in delivering the College’s employability strategy. You will ensure that all learners have access to high-quality work experience, volunteering and enterprise opportunities that support their personal development and prepare them for successful futures. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with curriculum teams, employers, and external partners to create meaningful work experience pathways for students across the College. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Communicate and promote the College’s work experience strategy Ensure all students have access to meaningful work experience opportunities Build effective relationships with curriculum staff to support and quality-assure work placements Source work experience, employability and enterprise activities for learners Develop external partnerships, including local employers, to enhance available opportunities Represent the College in arranging, delivering and evaluating work experience programmes Use databases to input, manage and report on work experience data, including statistical monitoring Drive continuous improvement across work experience and employability provision Support students through the tutorial system with regard to work experience Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to work towards) Experience working in an educational setting delivering advice, guidance, or employability services Experience building professional relationships with employers and external organisations Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage varied stakeholders Strong Excel and Access skills with confidence analysing and interpreting data Excellent administrative abilities and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong presentation skills Flexible, adaptable and resilient approach Benefits ✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around 🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential 🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute 💆‍♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more 🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best 💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles 🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount 📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning 💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you 🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health 🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.