Overview
As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, Weston College delivers courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees. Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as a Welfare and Wellbeing Officer? This is a full-time role, working 37 hours each week, during term-time only. Interviews for this role will take place on-site, at one of our college campuses in Weston-super-Mare.
Responsibilities
* To work with curriculum teams to identify and support students who are \'at risk of leaving\'.
* Ensuring a timely and effective \'at risk\' referral system is in place.
* To work with curriculum teams to implement and follow through action plans with \'at risk\' students to ensure they can remain on programme and improve their attendance.
* To provide advice and guidance to staff on welfare and mental health issues and any relevant policy updates.
Qualifications
* Full Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
* Experience in giving advice on and dealing with welfare issues and supporting positive mental health.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
Working Arrangements / Benefits
* 2-week Christmas closure
* Potential for hybrid working opportunities
* Volunteering Days (Up to two days of paid volunteering leave per academic year)
* Flexible start and finish times outside of core hours, 9.30am - 3.00pm, Monday to Friday (only available during holiday periods for Academic staff)
* Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
* Generous pension scheme
* Local and national staff discounts
* Free parking across sites
* Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
* Focus on staff wellbeing
* Wellbeing@weston hub
* Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
* Annual staff conference with guest speakers
* Employee assistance programme - available 24/7, 365 days a year
* Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
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