Barnet and Southgate College
Industrial Placement & Supported Internship Officer
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Industrial Placement & Supported Internship Officer
Application Deadline: 20 July 2026
Department: Work Experience
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Cross-Campus
Compensation: £34,727 - £36,848 / year
Description
Make a difference by helping students take their next step into the world of work.
We are seeking a proactive and student-focused Industrial Placement & Supported Internship Officer to join our Further Education team.
In this rewarding role, you will support students to develop the employability skills, confidence and workplace experience needed to progress into employment, apprenticeships or further study. You will source, coordinate and monitor high-quality industrial placements and supported internships, building strong partnerships with employers to create meaningful opportunities for learners.
Working closely with curriculum teams, employers and students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), you will provide personalised support, deliver employability activities, and monitor learner progress to ensure successful outcomes.
The successful candidate will ensure all placements comply with safeguarding, health and safety, awarding body and College requirements while promoting an outstanding experience for both students and employers.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving learners' career prospects and developing strong employer relationships within the FE sector.
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Location: Working between Art Depot (Finchley) and Wood Street Campus, but may be required to work at any one of our main campuses.
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Benefits
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The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 31 days annual leave for our support staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata'd for part-time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of - please see below a list of our current staff benefits available at the College.
Annual Season Ticket Loans
We offer permanent or contract staff with a minimum of a 12-month contract the option to purchase an annual season ticket loan without the big financial hit in one go! A season ticket loan will spread the cost over the course of a year by using the salary sacrifice scheme, this helps with your finances and is paid back monthly through your salary.
Cycle to Work Scheme
The scheme is an incentive for staff, offering tax-free bikes through bike shops and is run by Cyclescheme Ltd. You can get a tax-free bike, which for most people means they save around 32% of the cost for a new bike!
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Employee Support Helpline
The Employee Assistance Helpline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They provide you and your family with counselling and advice, covering a variety of personal or workplace issues. It is free to use and all calls are confidential.
Eye Tests for DSE Users
The College will refund the cost of regular eye tests for staff that use Display Screen Equipment regularly as part of their duties.
Flu vouchers
We offer established staff a free flu vaccination voucher to take to a large range of local high street pharmacies.
Gym Facilities
Our Sports Centre at Southgate Campus is available for all staff with cardio, strength and conditioning equipment. The 2-floor gym is free for members of staff to use Monday to Friday within term time.
Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments
A range of competitively-priced hairdressing services are accessible at our Colindale Campus. Regularly providing special staff offers which is convenient during lunch hours or after work.
High Street Discounts
Discount for teachers is a shopping benefits website for staff which gives access to fantastic savings on leading retail brands, plus lots of great special offers! We also have staff discount available with local high street stores within walking distance of our three main campuses.
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