Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting students in gaining real-world experience? Do you thrive in a dynamic, student-focused environment? DN Colleges Group is looking for a proactive and organised

HE Work Placement Co-ordinator

to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping students' futures by coordinating meaningful work placements across our higher education curriculum.


About the Role


As a Work Placement Co-ordinator, you'll support the planning, organisation, and monitoring of work placements for HE students. You'll work closely with curriculum teams, employers, and students to ensure placements are safe, enriching, and aligned with academic goals.


Essential Criteria


We're looking for someone who can bring the following to the role:

A relevant qualification and strong IT skills (including Word and Excel) Experience working with individuals aged 18+ and within the education sector Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and planning abilities A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and develop new and existing work placements across HE programmes Conduct Health & Safety assessments and support safeguarding in placement settings Brief students and staff on placement processes and expectations Maintain accurate records and employer databases Liaise with employers, students, and curriculum teams to monitor placement progress Support students with DBS checks and placement documentation Respond to internal and external placement enquiries Promote a positive student experience and contribute to continuous improvement

Why Join Us?


At DN Colleges Group, we put students at the heart of everything we do. You'll be part of a supportive, innovative, and inclusive team that values collaboration and continuous development. Flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities are available.


Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help our students take the next step towards their future careers.

Closing Date: 06/07/2025

Interview Date: 17/07/2025

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to

sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.



North Lindsey College has been a key training provider in Scunthorpe for over 60 years, helping thousands of people throughout the years to go on to achieve their dreams.


We offer post-16 study programmes, apprenticeships, traineeships, part-time short courses and Higher Education programmes.


Across all of our provision we work closely with employers across every sector in this region and further afield, to help you gain the skills you need to progress into your chosen career.