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Work Placement Co-ordinator in Animal Studies and Science

Are you motivated by supporting young people to gain confidence, skills and realworld experience?

Lancaster and Morecambe College are seeking a Work Placement Coordinator to develop and oversee work experience and industry placements for Animal Studies and Science learners. You’ll build strong relationships with employers, organise and monitor placements, ensure health and safety requirements are met, and keep accurate learner and employer records. You’ll also help promote opportunities across the College and support learners with SEND to access external placements.

We’re looking for someone with relevant industry or educational experience, excellent administrative and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A Level 3 qualification in administration or a related field, plus GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, is required. A full clean driving licence is essential to this role.

Benefits of this post include:

* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 17.2%);

* Generous leave entitlement (28 days pro rata, plus Bank Holiday entitlement and College Closure Days)

* Cycle to Work scheme;

* Opportunities for continuing professional development;

* Strong staff support services.

Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: Wednesday, 4th February 2026

Our reference: SE4066

Vacancy: Work Placement Co-ordinator – Animal Studies and Science

Location: Lancaster

Salary: £26,420 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Part time – 15 hours per week

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