Student Engagement Officer - Ongoing Recruitment
We are currently seeking Student Engagement Officers to join our Student Services department at The Bedford College Group.
Location: Bedfordshire – Central Bedfordshire College and Bedford College Campuses
Salary: £23,557 – £25,849 per annum (Pro‑Rata) DOE
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 38 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time
Role Overview
As a Student Engagement Officer, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Promoting Positive Behaviour – Actively encourage respectful conduct and college values across campus, challenging inappropriate behaviour and supporting high standards of engagement.
* Student Support & Supervision – Monitor social spaces, ID compliance, and student presence; offer direct advice and refer students to appropriate support when needed.
* Collaboration & Communication – Work closely with curriculum, estates, safeguarding, and development teams to address behaviour concerns and enhance the student experience.
* Enrichment & Development – Contribute to enrichment activities that promote personal growth, behaviour, and attitudes, while supporting wider team initiatives and events.
* Compliance & Professionalism – Maintain accurate records, uphold safeguarding, EDI, and health & safety policies, and engage in ongoing professional development.
About You
* Qualifications & Training – Level 2 in English and Maths required; enhanced DBS clearance; willingness to undertake First Aid and a recognised professional qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 4 in youth work or teaching).
* Experience & Knowledge – Experience working with 16–24‑year-olds in education or youth settings; understanding of behaviour management, safeguarding, and barriers to learning.
* Skills & Attributes – Empathetic, non‑judgemental, and motivational with strong interpersonal, communication, and IT skills; able to maintain accurate records and professional boundaries.
* Teamwork & Flexibility – Collaborative, dependable, and adaptable; willing to work evenings/weekends and support cross‑departmental initiatives and events.
* Commitment & Professionalism – Passionate about student success, equality, and inclusion; contributes to team goals, shares knowledge, and engages in ongoing professional development.
Values & Vision
Successful candidates must also demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:
* Valuing Teamwork – Working together to achieve great results.
* Improving Continuously – Challenging ourselves to always do better.
* Student Centred – Prioritising the best for our students.
* Inclusive – Celebrating differences and diversity.
* Open and Caring – Supporting wellbeing and building trust.
* Nurturing Education Excellence – Delivering programmes that challenge students to achieve ambition.
Interview Process
Interviews to be held: TBC – Ongoing.
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