Hugh Baird College
Work Placement Co-ordinator/Assessor in Childcare
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Work Placement Coordinator/Assessor Childcare
Department: Health, Creative Industries, Digital & Protective Services Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus, Liverpool Type: Part-Time, Permanent (14 hours per week) Compensation: £12,000 per year (£30,000 FT equivalent) Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
About the Role
At Hugh Baird College, an Outstanding Ofsted provider, we inspire and transform lives. Our student-focused workplaces foster creativity, growth, and collaboration. We are seeking a passionate Work Placement Coordinator/Assessor to support learners in the childcare sector across Level 2, Level 3, and T Level Early Years Educator programmes.
This dynamic role involves:
- Coordinating and assessing student placements in real-world nursery environments
- Ensuring high-quality early years education through innovative methodologies
- Supporting students in Level 1–3 qualifications and T-levels through hands-on mentoring
- Assessing competence in alignment with awarding body criteria
Our campus features a brand-new nursery, forest school visits, and unique programmes like literacy-enhanced yoga, offering a rich array of engaging learning experiences.
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Key Responsibilities
- Organise, monitor, and assess student placements across programmes
- Develop and identify high-quality placement opportunities
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure health & safety compliance
- Engage with learners to align placement goals with curriculum outcomes
- Assess competence using competency-based frameworks, documenting and recording findings (timely submission imperative)
- Collaborate with curriculum teams and employers to uphold quality standards
Requirements & Criteria
- Qualifications:
- Level 3 (or equivalent) in a vocational relevant area
- Assessor qualifications (A1/V1) required
- Skills & Experience:
- Strong communication and organisational abilities
- Experience in assessing competence-based training (ideally in childcare)
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively
- Demonstrated experience in assessing childcare qualifications in the workplace (Full context in person specification)
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Benefits & Rewards
Join a supportive community with exceptional perks:
People & Work Life
- Annual Leave: 40 days (pro-rata for part-time) + 8 Bank Holidays
- Flexibility: Adjustable working arrangements where possible
- Wellbeing: Yoga, walking & meditation groups + mental health support
- Travel: Discounted rail/bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans, parking
- Retail Offers: Cashback & discounts at major retailers
Development & Recognition
- Professional Growth: Investment in training & certification
- Get Recognised Scheme: Employee rewards programme
- Annual Staff Event: Celebrating colleagues who embody collegial values
Career & Support
- Pension: Access to Teachers’ or Local Government Pension Scheme (according to role)
- Cycle to Work: Motorbike, bicycle payment plans
- Blue Light Card: Discounted access to emergencies/hospital services
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