Graduate Placements & Work-based Learning Advisor (Fixed Term - 18 Months)

Application Deadline: 22 April 2025

Department: Careers and Employability

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park

Compensation: £26,338 - £28,381 / year

Description

Please note that Bath Spa Graduate Scheme roles are only open to former Bath Spa students who graduated in 2024 or who will be graduating in 2025. This information will be checked in every application. Please do not apply if you do not meet this condition, as your application will be rejected. Bath Spa have many other roles available that are open to all, see here for BSU job board.

If you are a graduate of Bath Spa who does not meet the criteria for these roles, and would like support with your career please email gradsupportunit@bathspa.ac.uk.

Please read the provided attachment “Bath Spa Graduate Scheme 2025 Information Sheet” for further information about the scheme.

Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected.

About the Role

A great opportunity to work with the Placements and Work-based Learning Team, within Careers & Employability, to support in expanding our placement offer. We recognise the importance of work experience for student development and graduate outcomes.

Being part of a growing service, we are looking to increase the variety and support on offer to make meaningful experience accessible to all students.

Based within the Careers & Employability department, you will provide high quality support for our growing placements & work-based learning service, helping with queries from students, employers and staff, ensuring processes are efficient, and enhancing our promotional activities. Ensuring placements are of a high quality, you will also be responsible for supporting our current Bath Spa Works schemes and launching a service for supporting students looking for part-time work alongside their studies. You will be actively involved in our goal to do more to recognise part-time work and the skills gained there, ultimately developing a more holistic and accessible offer.

Working with a team of Placement and Work-Based Learning Coordinators (PWBLC), as well as supporting the wider Careers & Employability Team, you will liaise with module leaders across the university to ensure quality control of placement modules and opportunities, as well as external stakeholders and wider University staff.

(This is an 18 Month Full Time Fixed Term Role)

About You

You will be well-organised with good attention to detail and have excellent communication skills. You will be able to liaise and build a rapport with a range of key stakeholders and will work well as part of a team and be a good problem-solver, thinking creatively to overcome any challenges.

You will have experience of working with CRM systems and be comfortable and open to learning new IT systems. Able to work independently and on your own initiative, you will enjoy being involved in many different projects across the department, gaining an understanding of employability within HE along with the challenges and opportunities faced.

Additional Information

Start your graduate journey at Bath Spa University! The Bath Spa University Graduate Scheme has been tailor-made for BSU Graduates and has been designed to help you smoothly transition into the workplace.

We’re offering meaningful work and developmental training in a supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking environment that champions respect, collaboration and sustainability.

As a member of the Bath Spa Graduate Scheme, you’ll experience:

• An inclusive and supportive working environment: Join a workplace that celebrates diversity, encourages teamwork and embraces your unique talents. We value respect, inclusivity, collaboration and sustainability and creating a space for everyone to thrive.
• Ignite your professional growth: Our structured training programme will support your career development. From developing role-specific skills, to mastering essential career foundations like time management, equality, diversity and inclusion, change management and personal effectiveness – we’ve got you covered.
• Create meaningful connections: as part of the scheme, you’ll be matched with a mentor who will support your personal development and help you expand your network. Plus, you’ll have the chance to build a network with fellow Graduate Scheme participants, forming connections that can last a lifetime.
• Make an impact: Contribute meaningfully to Bath Spa University right from the start of your role. Collaborate with senior leaders across the institution and contribute your fresh perspectives to projects that really matter.

For further details please email: Eleanor Freeman e.freeman@bathspa.ac.uk

Interview date: 23rd May