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Placement Coordinator
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At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high-quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.
The Role
We’re seeking a proactive and organised Placement Coordinator to join our Business Development Team. You’ll play a pivotal role in creating high-quality industry placement opportunities for students across T Levels, Work Experience, and Higher Education programmes. By working closely with employers, curriculum teams, and students, you’ll help ensure placements are meaningful, compliant, and aligned to learning outcomes – supporting students to gain valuable real-world experience and succeed in their future careers.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Collaborate with curriculum teams and employers to design placements with clear objectives, ensuring alignment with course requirements and positive student outcomes.
- Prepare and support students for placement, including CV development, interview coordination, and ensuring they understand employer expectations.
- Monitor, track, and maintain accurate records of placement activity, ensuring compliance with DfE, QAA, and internal quality standards, including student safety processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by gathering feedback from employers and students, working with Careers and programme teams to enhance placement experiences and expand opportunities.
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What We Offer
We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from:
- Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
- An excellent pension scheme
- Professional development and funded training opportunities
- Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
- Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
Working with Us
At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.
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How We Support You
At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.
Please note that a full application must be submitted in order to apply for this role, as CVs alone cannot be accepted.
Our Safeguarding Responsibilities
B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.
All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers.
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