Employer and Student Engagement Manager

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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.

We are seeking an Employer and Student Engagement Manager to support employer partnerships and coordinate student work placements within Construction or Mechanical & Electrical Services. The role focuses on maintaining strong employer relationships, organising high-quality work placement opportunities, and supporting students to develop employability skills and progress into positive destinations, including apprenticeships.

Job Title: Employer and Student Engagement Manager (Construction or Mechanical & Electrical Services)

Full time, Permanent

About the role:

• Coordinate and support employer engagement and industry partnerships to promote and grow curriculum provision
• Maintain and build on established relationships with key employers and stakeholders
• Work closely with Curriculum Leaders to develop and manage work placement processes, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are met
• Lead on the organisation of student work placement opportunities and act as the main point of contact for employers
• Ensure employers fully understand student roles, expectations and placement requirements
• Prepare and support students for work placements, including workplace behaviour, punctuality, travel arrangements and professional conduct
• Support students to develop employability skills, including applications, interviews, employer-led projects and progression into apprenticeships
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure work placements meet Health & Safety, Safeguarding and Welfare requirements
• Monitor and record work placement activity, maintaining accurate and auditable records for awarding bodies and funding regulators
• Develop and maintain accurate employer and customer records using the College CRM system
• Promote Colchester Institute's employer-led products and services in partnership with internal teams
• Maintain regular communication with employers and students throughout placement periods, providing ongoing support where required

Experience and Qualifications:

• Good Experience of providing customer focused support, and dealing with complex enquiries from internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent IT experience, including Microsoft Office products to produce clear and accurate communications, using information from databases and other systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to work and develop relationships with students and key stakeholders
• Proven effectiveness in the leadership or co ordination of a team of staff or can demonstrate / evidence the abilities and approach to successfully lead a team of staff
• Educated to A Level Standard or Equivalent

Why Join Us?

At Colchester Institute, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team committed to enhancing the experience of every student and staff member. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that offers variety, responsibility and room for professional growth.