Employability Administrator

Overview

South Thames Colleges Group is seeking an Employability Administrator at Kingston College and at Carshalton, Merton and STC, Wandsworth Colleges for the 2026/27 academic year. The role supports the delivery of work experience, T Level industry placements, and wider employer engagement activities across the College Group. The post is funded from 2026/27 and the successful candidate is not expected to commence before August 2026.

• Support Work Experience Coordinators, Heads of Employability and the Group Work Experience and Industry Placement Lead to ensure all placement activity is accurately recorded, compliant and effectively coordinated.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data compliance through proficient use of Word, Excel, email and MIS systems.
• Contribute to a positive learner and employer experience.

• Experience in an administrative role within an education, training or employability environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, attention to detail and good written and verbal communication.
• Energy, enthusiasm and passion for pastoral work and education, and willingness to work with all student groups.
• Proficiency in IT, particularly Word, Excel, email and MIS systems.

• Generous annual leave of 27 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year.
• 5 days Wellbeing leave.
• Excellent pension scheme with significant employer contribution.
• Subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training, salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
• Eligible for salary increase following the annual cost‑of‑living review.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applications are welcomed from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or marriage and civil partnership.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is 30th June 2026. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 7th July at Wandsworth Campus.

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.