Careers and Work Experience Assistant

at  University of Derby

JOB DETAILS

College
Buxton & Leek College
Responsible to
Careers and Engagement Manager
Location
Buxton & Leek College (Buxton Campus)
Salary
£22,021 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £25,088 per annum)
Closing date
Sunday 16 June 2024
Contract type
Permanent
Post type
Full-time
Adaptive working type
Onsite
This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.
Reference
0530-23

QUALIFICATIONS

• GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) and English (Grade A-C) or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• Working with and following standard procedures and internal/external regulations
• Working with different computer systems including Microsoft Office packages and bespoke / in house systems

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external customers and colleagues, both written and verbal
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work to multiple deadlines with competing demands
• Ability to work with colleagues at all levels to achieve common goals
• A welcoming, positive can-do attitude
• Ability to adapt positively to change
• Ability to take responsibility and proactively resolve matters

BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

• Committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS

• IT Qualifications, eg. ECDL, CLAIT, GCSE IT
• Customer Service / Administration qualifications, eg. NVQ, BTEC

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of working in a Higher/Further Education administrative environment
• Experience of working in a Business-to-business setting
• Experience of working directly with students / learners

BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to enhance and develop skills

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Careers and Work Experience Assistant role will provide excellent administrative and customer service to students and industry in order to deliver a quality service for student careers and work experience.
You will work with students, tutors, industry, community organisations and colleagues within the Learner Journey Team based at Buxton & Leek College, to deliver all aspects of the service, making effective use of systems, implementing procedures and promoting the service using a variety of methods. The role will require frequent interaction with clients, excellent administrative skills and an understanding of careers and work experience.
Requests for part-time hours and flexible working will be considered.
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Careers and Engagement Manager, Sarah Thompson via S.Thompson1@blc.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To locate and negotiate work experience placements as part of the Careers and Engagement team for every FE student who requires one as part of their programme.
• To ensure that all the data in respect of careers and work experience placements for the Buxton and Leek College is held on the central Database.
• To collect and complete all of the necessary information to support the work experience process including industry and student details for Health and Safety Assessors.
• To ensure that Health & Safety requirements are constantly updated to comply with University and legal Health & Safety requirements.
• Agree between the placement provider and student the details of attendance, dress code and work expectations.
• Undertake and administer DBS for students, as and when required for work placements.
• To initiate, maintain and build on productive relationships with current and potential placement providers.
• To employ a range of IT skills e.g. spreadsheets, email, internet research and databases in order to manage and progress work efficiently.
• To assist with projects and tasks in relation to employer and careers events as outlined by the Engagement Manager.
• To be welcoming and helpful to all students that engage with the Careers and Engagement Team.
• Adopt the University’s Core Values and Underpinning Behaviours
• To act with due regard for Health and Safety of self and others
• To comply with the requirements of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults, Prevent, Health and Safety, Quality and other University policies including Equal Opportunities, Risk Management and Equality and Diversity.