Work Experience Project Coordinator

The Role:

As a member of the Work Experience team, you will play a key role in facilitating meaningful work experience placements for young people in Tower Hamlets. In this role, you'll work closely with local employers in Tower Hamlets and the City of London to support them in delivering engaging placements.  

Responsibilities will include actively recruiting and onboarding new employers through phone calls, online meetings and carrying out on-site health and safety checks. In addition, you’ll support the Work Experience Manager in delivering school-based sessions, such as assemblies and Q&A drop-ins, to help prepare young people for their placements. You’ll also assist in coordinating placements at The Switch by creating schedules and supporting young people with their tasks. During delivery weeks, the team is responsible for providing responsive support to employers and schools. In case of any issues, you may be required to work from the office five days per week during these periods. 

Details:

·        The role sits in the Work Experience team and reports to Work Experience Manager

·        Working hours are typically 9am – 5pm Monday – Thursday, and 9am – 4pm Fridays

·        Working from home (WFH) is typically 2 to 3 days a week, except on delivery weeks where you may be required to be in the office 5 days per week

·        Flexibility may be required to cover meetings or deliver events outside of these hours and WFH days

·        Start date end of June/early July 2025

What we offer you: 

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, additional “Switch Off” Day and Christmas closure 

• Health cash-back package, including discounts on gym memberships and retail 

• Hybrid working  

• Pension  

• Learning and Development opportunities including Learning at Work Week activities 

• Volunteering days to spend on an activity close to your own heart.