Placement Co-ordinator - Maternity Cover

The University of Worcester offers a range of healthcare programmes including nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, and many other programmes.  We work in collaboration with NHS trusts, GP practices, and private sector placement areas across the region.   This is an exciting opportunity to join our Placement Support Team – Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health as a temporary Placement Co-ordinator to cover maternity leave.

We are seeking an experienced administrator/co-ordinator who will be responsible for planning a range of healthcare placement allocations and related functions, including employer liaison, planning schedules, student advice and guidance, and maintaining the placement database.   

We are looking for someone with good planning and database skills, who enjoys problem-solving and developing a range of skills, and who will enjoy working with a friendly, collaborative team.

What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £24,533, with the opportunity to progress to £25,742
• 32 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 37 total days after 5 years’ service
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For informal queries regarding the role please contact Sandra Ashford, Head of the Placement Support Team, by emailing s.ashford@worc.ac.uk.