Industry Placement Co-ordinator

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference. Colchester Institute is a leading provider of education and training in Essex, renowned for delivering high-quality programmes that prepare students for successful careers. We are passionate about developing talent and supporting our learners to achieve their full potential. As the Industry Placement Co-ordinator, you will work closely with the Digital Media team to support the effective development and delivery of work placements for T-Level and UAL qualifications in the Digital Media Department, playing a vital role in its ongoing success. Your core duties will include onboarding new employers, coordinating student placements (typically one day per week or in block formats), and monitoring progress throughout. You’ll support students through their pre-placement induction, addressing key practicalities such as travel, welfare, and safeguarding, while conducting regular check-ins both on campus and at employer sites. You’ll also be responsible for identifying and reporting any issues or emerging risks.