Work Based Learning Officer (Maternity Cover)

About Us

The University of East London (UEL) is a vibrant and diverse institution located in the heart of East London. As part of our Vision 2028 strategy, we are committed to transforming our curriculum and partnerships to create meaningful impact on student, graduate, and community success. Our ambition is to become the UK’s leading careers-focused and enterprising university—one that not only prepares students for the jobs of the future but also drives that future through sustainable and inclusive innovation.

Careers and Student Enterprise CaSE is the career and employability nucleus of the University of East London. The goal of the service is to support every student to achieve academically, gain the skills for the 21st century workforce, and build direct pathways to employment. The Service mindset has innovation and creativity at its core. To improve progression, retention and graduate outcomes, the service utilises cutting edge technology and research, which has shown impact on our students’ satisfaction, behaviour, and outcomes.

About the Job

We’re looking for a proactive Work-Based Learning Officer to join our Careers and Student Enterprise (CaSE) team. In this key role, you will source, administer, and oversee a range of work-based learning opportunities that enrich our students’ academic journeys and enhance their employability.

You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment process—from promoting opportunities and shortlisting candidates, to coordinating interviews and providing feedback. You’ll work closely with employers, academic colleagues, students, and graduates to ensure that each placement meets the expectations of all stakeholders and aligns with programme requirements.

In addition, you will design and deliver employability workshops, provide one-to-one guidance and coaching, and maintain strong professional relationships with local, national, and international partners. You’ll also play an active part in service planning and development, contributing to a calendar of employability events, and ensuring that all systems, data, and compliance procedures are robust and effective.

We are seeking an enthusiastic person to support activities to engage and inspire students to take up work-based learning opportunities. You will work with the Work Based Learning and Partnerships team within Careers and Student Enterprise where you will have brilliant people skills, the ability to build relationships and facilitate others. You will have excellent organisational and planning skills, you will have a good understanding of Higher Education and promoting work based learning initiatives. You will liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to maintain information flow and to build good working relationships.

About You

You will be an organised and motivated individual with experience in preparing and supporting students or graduates for placements, work-based learning, or similar professional development opportunities. You’ll bring a solid understanding of the recruitment lifecycle, exceptional communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working across teams and with external stakeholders.

You should be confident designing and delivering employability-focused training both in-person and online, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. You will be comfortable using digital tools and data to support decision-making and continuous improvement. A degree or equivalent qualification is essential, and a background in careers guidance or training delivery is desirable.

This is  an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students and graduates by helping them gain vital experience and prepare for successful careers. At UEL, you’ll work within a supportive, inclusive and innovative environment that values professional growth and collaborative working.

If you are passionate about student development, employer engagement, and delivering impactful work-based learning experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion achievements, including a zero gender pay gap, membership in Stonewall, and winning Athena Swan awards. We expect all UEL employees to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing Date: 26 May 2025

Team: Support - UELPS Ltd

Salary: £39,274 to £44,655 per annum inclusive of London Weighting