Progressions Coordinator / Work Placement Coordinator (Construction & Roofing)

Specialising in Construction & Roofing Learners – Based at Building Futures, Aldridge (West Midlands)

📅 Part time – 4 days per week
🕒 Working hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

💼 Salary: £24,000 – £28,000 FTE
(Actual salary for 4 days/week: approx. £20,480 – £23,893 pro-rata)

Ready to Make a Difference in Young Lives?

Do you love helping young people unlock their potential, gain work experience, and take the next step in their career journey? Join us as a Progressions Coordinator (also known as Work Placement Coordinator, Employer Engagement Officer, or Careers & Progression Officer) at our specialist Building Futures centre in Aldridge.

Here, you’ll support learners pursuing careers in the construction industry – particularly roofing, bricklaying, plastering, and other skilled trades. You’ll play a key role in shaping their futures by connecting them with exciting work placements, apprenticeships, traineeships, and further education or training pathways.

Why Join Juniper Training?

At Juniper Training, we’re all about empowering young people to thrive. As a leading provider of vocational training, employability skills, and apprenticeship pathways, we believe in inspiring learners, helping them grow, and supporting them every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a passionate team that’s transforming lives daily.

Your Role as a Progressions Coordinator

Every day is a chance to make an impact! You’ll:

• Champion Construction Learners: Support young people on our construction training programmes – especially those specialising in roofing and related trades – by helping them set goals and explore career progression routes.

• Build Employer Relationships: Develop strong partnerships with local roofing firms, construction companies, and wider trade networks to create a pipeline of quality work placements, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities.

• Track & Celebrate Progress: Monitor learner achievements, progression, and outcomes to keep them motivated and on track.

• Expand Your Network: Establish and maintain a network of at least 50 active employers, with a focus on the construction and trades sector.

• Prioritise Safety: Carry out risk assessments to ensure all placements are safe, supportive, and suitable for young learners.

• Deliver Employability Sessions: Run engaging, practical employability workshops tailored to the needs of construction learners, covering workplace skills, CVs, and interview preparation.

• Safeguard & Support: Promote learner well-being, embed safeguarding practices, and uphold Juniper’s core values in every interaction.

What You’ll Need

Essential:

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

• Experience or understanding of the construction industry (roofing or related trades desirable)

• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills

• A proactive, target-driven mindset

Desirable:

• CEIAG Level 3/4 (or willingness to work towards this careers guidance qualification)

• Previous experience supporting young people, NEET learners, or delivering employability guidance

• Understanding of work-based learning, apprenticeship pathways, and vocational training routes

🌟 Why Join Juniper?

Because you’re not just joining a workplace — you’re joining a community that celebrates, rewards, and supports you.

Check out some of our amazing perks:

🎉 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
💰 Buy & sell annual leave
🏋️ Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
🚗 Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
📞 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
🏆 Long service & special recognition awards
🎟️ Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
⭐ PRIDE monthly celebrations
🕑 Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
🎄 Christmas Savings Club
👀 Eyecare reimbursement
🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
⚡ Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
🛡️ Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
🎉 Corporate events throughout the year!

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion Matters 🌍

At Juniper, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.