Eccles Sixth Form College is a centre of vocational excellence, offering a range of vocational courses. a wealth of enrichment activities, specialised careers advice, and a comprehensive programme of support and personal development so that all students can flourish both academically and as individuals.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the highly successful Health Department at Eccles Sixth Form College as a Work Placement Officer. Our Health Department delivers a diverse range of health-related courses, supporting learners in developing the knowledge and practical skills required for future careers in the sector. In this key role, you will support learners in securing meaningful and high-quality work placements that enhance their educational experience. You will be responsible for conducting thorough due diligence checks, including safeguarding requirements such as DBS verification where appropriate, to ensure all placements meet required standards. The role also involves carrying out placement visits to monitor learner progress, ensure compliance, and maintain high-quality learning experiences. You will build and maintain strong, professional
partnerships with healthcare employers and organisations to support sustainable placement opportunities. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual with a genuine passion for supporting Health and Social Care learners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational and multitasking skills, a calm and flexible approach, and a strong commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for students.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email HR@salfordcc.ac.uk.
Reason to Join Us:
- We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form Colleges Association style terms and conditions) including 40 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
- We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.
- We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
- We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
- We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
- We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
- Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
- Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
- 94% of staff are proud to work at the College.
Commitment to Safeguarding
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees.
The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.
Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.
Salford City College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees
The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.