Placement Compliance Officer (Fixed-Term, Part-Time)

About The Role

Join Bournemouth University's Employability & Skills Service as a Placement Compliance Officer, where you'll oversee placement administration to support and enhance student experiences. This part-time position focuses on managing placement approvals and ensuring compliance with university policies, safeguarding practices, health and safety standards, and the UKVI regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage placement approval processes and conduct due diligence checks.
• Monitor UKVI placement compliance and generate related reports.
• Handle DBS processing and ensure safeguarding compliance.
• Address placement-related enquiries and maintain effective communication with students, staff, and external partners.
• Maintain accurate records and placement resources.
• Support placement allocations and related operational administration.
• Contribute to student-facing events and offer drop-in support sessions.

Requirements

• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
• Attention to detail while managing complex processes.
• Confident communication with diverse stakeholders including students, staff, and external organizations.
• Ability to interpret and apply various policies and regulatory frameworks.
• Independently motivated yet collaborates well within a team setting.
• Experience in higher education, student services, compliance, administration, or employability sectors is preferred.

Additional Information

This role does not meet UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship criteria. Only current Bournemouth University staff and agency employees are eligible to apply.

About the Department

The Student Services department supports students' personal and professional growth, focusing on career development and skills enhancement. It values diversity and inclusivity, fostering innovation through varied perspectives.

About Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University aims to be a globally recognized institution renowned for innovative learning, research, and societal contribution. The university champions diversity and supports flexible working arrangements to balance staff personal and professional needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for salary progression.
• Generous defined benefit pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure (pro-rated for part-time).
• Flexible working options including hybrid working and flexitime where applicable.
• Access to voluntary benefits such as employee assistance programs, dental and health cash plans.
• Discount schemes including reduced tuition fees for family members.
• Travel support like cycle to work schemes and discounted bus travel.
• Participation in sports and campus activities.
• Family support including enhanced parental leave and on-site nursery discounts.
• Modern, vibrant campus facilities with food outlets and flexible workspaces.