South Doc Services

Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer

The closing date is 27 April 2026

Job summary

Hybrid role

Working 37.5 hours Monday to Friday

Can be a job share role - working 20 hours each

Salary starting from £25,760 - dependant on experience

Job summary

The Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of high-quality clinical placements for healthcare students across primary care and community settings. The role supports workforce development by ensuring students receive effective, well-organised placements that meet educational standards and service needs.

They will establish and develop relationships with students, practices/PCNs and Higher Education Institutes to support the delivery of placements and encourage the future workforce.

The post holder is responsible for acting as a focal point of communication between the Training Hub team and external stakeholders, excellent communication and organisation is essential.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities

The post holder will be employed to deliver duties and responsibilities as listed on behalf of Birmingham and Solihull Training Hub and South Doc Services;

Placement Coordination

Coordinate the allocation of student placements across GP practices, community services, and partner organisations.

Act as the main point of contact for universities, education providers, and placement sites.

Maintain accurate placement schedules, ensuring capacity is maximised and equitable distribution is achieved.

Ensure all placements meet regulatory, educational, and contractual requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong working relationships with GP practices, clinical supervisors, and education providers.

Liaise with universities to confirm placement requirements, learning objectives, and schedules.

Support communication between students, educators, and host organisations.

Administration & Data Management

Maintain up-to-date records of placements, student data, and educator capacity using relevant systems.

Produce reports on placement activity, utilisation, and outcomes.

Monitor compliance with mandatory requirements such as DBS checks, indemnity, and onboarding documentation.

Quality Assurance

Support the evaluation of placement quality through feedback collection from students and supervisors.

Assist in identifying areas for improvement and implementing quality enhancement initiatives.

About us

Working for South Doc Services in our Training Hub Department

Job summary

The Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of high-quality clinical placements for healthcare students across primary care and community settings. The role supports workforce development by ensuring students receive effective, well-organised placements that meet educational standards and service needs.

They will establish and develop relationships with students, practices/PCNs and Higher Education Institutes to support the delivery of placements and encourage the future workforce.

The post holder is responsible for acting as a focal point of communication between the Training Hub team and external stakeholders, excellent communication and organisation is essential.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

A3716-26-0005

Job locations

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

The Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of high-quality clinical placements for healthcare students across primary care and community settings. The role supports workforce development by ensuring students receive effective, well-organised placements that meet educational standards and service needs.

They will establish and develop relationships with students, practices/PCNs and Higher Education Institutes to support the delivery of placements and encourage the future workforce.

The post holder is responsible for acting as a focal point of communication between the Training Hub team and external stakeholders, excellent communication and organisation is essential.

Key responsibilities

The post holder will be employed to deliver duties and responsibilities as listed on behalf of Birmingham and Solihull Training Hub and South Doc Services;

Placement Coordination

Coordinate the allocation of student placements across GP practices, community services, and partner organisations.

Act as the main point of contact for universities, education providers, and placement sites.

Maintain accurate placement schedules, ensuring capacity is maximised and equitable distribution is achieved.

Ensure all placements meet regulatory, educational, and contractual requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong working relationships with GP practices, clinical supervisors, and education providers.

Liaise with universities to confirm placement requirements, learning objectives, and schedules.

Support communication between students, educators, and host organisations.

Administration & Data Management

Maintain up-to-date records of placements, student data, and educator capacity using relevant systems.

Produce reports on placement activity, utilisation, and outcomes.

Monitor compliance with mandatory requirements such as DBS checks, indemnity, and onboarding documentation.

Quality Assurance

Support the evaluation of placement quality through feedback collection from students and supervisors.

Assist in identifying areas for improvement and implementing quality enhancement initiatives.

Ensure placements align with national and local workforce development strategies.

Support & Problem Solving

Provide support to students and placement providers, resolving issues or concerns promptly.

Assist with onboarding processes, including inductions and access requirements.

Escalate complex issues to senior staff where appropriate.

Project Support

Contribute to workforce development projects within the Training Hub.

Support initiatives to expand placement capacity and develop new learning environments.

Additional

The role will require travel to placement sites across the Birmingham and Solihull footprint.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

The Multi-Professional Student Placement & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of high-quality clinical placements for healthcare students across primary care and community settings. The role supports workforce development by ensuring students receive effective, well-organised placements that meet educational standards and service needs.

They will establish and develop relationships with students, practices/PCNs and Higher Education Institutes to support the delivery of placements and encourage the future workforce.

The post holder is responsible for acting as a focal point of communication between the Training Hub team and external stakeholders, excellent communication and organisation is essential.

Key responsibilities

The post holder will be employed to deliver duties and responsibilities as listed on behalf of Birmingham and Solihull Training Hub and South Doc Services;

Placement Coordination

Coordinate the allocation of student placements across GP practices, community services, and partner organisations.

Act as the main point of contact for universities, education providers, and placement sites.

Maintain accurate placement schedules, ensuring capacity is maximised and equitable distribution is achieved.

Ensure all placements meet regulatory, educational, and contractual requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong working relationships with GP practices, clinical supervisors, and education providers.

Liaise with universities to confirm placement requirements, learning objectives, and schedules.

Support communication between students, educators, and host organisations.

Administration & Data Management

Maintain up-to-date records of placements, student data, and educator capacity using relevant systems.

Produce reports on placement activity, utilisation, and outcomes.

Monitor compliance with mandatory requirements such as DBS checks, indemnity, and onboarding documentation.

Quality Assurance

Support the evaluation of placement quality through feedback collection from students and supervisors.

Assist in identifying areas for improvement and implementing quality enhancement initiatives.

Ensure placements align with national and local workforce development strategies.

Support & Problem Solving

Provide support to students and placement providers, resolving issues or concerns promptly.

Assist with onboarding processes, including inductions and access requirements.

Escalate complex issues to senior staff where appropriate.

Project Support

Contribute to workforce development projects within the Training Hub.

Support initiatives to expand placement capacity and develop new learning environments.

Additional

The role will require travel to placement sites across the Birmingham and Solihull footprint.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous admin/coordinator experience
  • Previous experience of working within primary care/NHS or in education

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent Grade C or above
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous admin/coordinator experience
  • Previous experience of working within primary care/NHS or in education

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent Grade C or above

Employer details

Employer name

South Doc Services

Address

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB


Employer's website

http://southdocservices.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Doc Services

Address

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB


Employer's website

http://southdocservices.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Business Partner

Nazma Ahmed

Nazma.ahmed1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

A3716-26-0005

Job locations

West Heath Medical Centre

194-196 West Heath Road

Northfield

Birmingham

West Midlands

B31 3HB


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