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Student Wellbeing, Safeguarding & Engagement Advisor
| Posting date: | 28 October 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,766 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 November 2024 |
| Location: | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 4DZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1450582 |
Summary
Salary Point 20 - £24,766 per annum
Hours 37 hours per week, all year round. Term Time Only working pattern will also be considered
Contract Permanent
Location Peterborough College
Interview Date TBCMake a Lasting Impact on Young Peoples Lives. Join Our Team as a Student Wellbeing, Safeguarding, and Engagement Advisor at Peterborough College.
As our Student Wellbeing, Safeguarding & Engagement Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting a safe, inclusive, and positive experience for all our students. This is a diverse role with key areas of focus that may vary depending on the student profile and department needs.
Currently, we are experiencing an increase in student support needs related to mental health and safeguarding, making these the initial priorities for this role. All aspects of the role are supported with training and coaching by experienced team members.
You'll work closely with a dedicated team to provide:
Positive Engagement: Build relationships with students, promote positive behaviours
Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Be part of our safeguarding team, ensure student safety, and provide mental health support.
Supporting Vulnerable Students: Contributing to the wrap-around support for Children in Care, Young Carers, Care Leavers, Young Parents and those with medical needs
Enrichment & Support: Contribute to vibrant student life by supporting relevant well-being events, activities, and initiatives.
What you will bring:
Qualifications: Mental Health First Aid (Youth) and Level 2 Safeguarding qualification or commitment to achieve within 6 months. Any relevant qualifications that are appropriate such as mental health, learning support, working with young people, health and social care, mentoring
Experience: Experience working with young people, adults and or vulnerable adults, and experience in safeguarding or child protection.
Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and compassion. Ability to build rapport, support resolutions, and work independently and collaboratively.
Enthusiasm: Passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive learning environment.
We offer:
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development
30 days annual leave, plus Christmas close down
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
On-site benefits and facilities, including a gym, free on-site parking and on-site nursery
Work closely with a highly dedicated team
Ready to join our team?
If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.