FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title for this position is Placement Co-ordinator - Maternity Cover.
What are the main responsibilities of the Placement Co-ordinator?
The main responsibilities include planning healthcare placement allocations, employer liaison, scheduling, providing student advice and guidance, and maintaining the placement database.
What type of programmes does the University of Worcester offer in relation to this role?
The University offers healthcare programmes including nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, and other related programmes.
Is this a permanent position?
No, this is a temporary position to cover maternity leave.
What qualifications or experience is required for the Placement Co-ordinator role?
The role requires an experienced administrator/co-ordinator with good planning and database skills, as well as a problem-solving attitude and the ability to work in a collaborative team.
What is the salary range for this position?
The annual incremental salary starts at £24,533, with the opportunity to progress to £25,742.
How many leave days are provided annually?
The position offers 32 days of leave per year, which rises to a total of 37 days after 5 years of service.
What benefits are offered as part of this role?
Benefits include an attractive Local Government Pension Scheme, access to staff retail benefits, wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme, in-house training and development, and a friendly, inclusive work environment.
Who can I contact for informal queries about the role?
For informal queries, you can contact Sandra Ashford, Head of the Placement Support Team, at s.ashford@worc.ac.uk.