Student Activities and Engagement Officer
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Application Deadline: 4 January 2026
Department: Student Support - Guidance & Admissions
Employment Type: Term Time
Location: Gillingham Campus
Reporting To: Jen Ross
Compensation: £24,242 - £28,586 / year
Ever thought about turning your passion for supporting young people into a career that inspires and empowers? As a Youth Engagement Officer, you’ll be at the heart of student life — sparking curiosity, building confidence and helping learners develop the skills and independence they need to thrive.
This role is 37 hours a week & 40 weeks per year. The salary shown in the advert will be pro rata'd to £20,850 to £24,586 per annum.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
* Promote positive behaviour, punctuality and engagement through induction, enrichment and themed activities.
* Support and challenge students to uphold our College values and manage low-level behavioural issues in line with policy.
* Provide advice and support on behaviour and conduct, working closely with curriculum teams, Security and Student Liaison Officers.
* Manage a small caseload of ‘at-risk’ students, monitoring attendance and progress to ensure success.
* Build relationships with students through daily youth work and enrichment activities, creating safe, inclusive social spaces.
* Plan and deliver events and activities that support personal development and wellbeing.
* Liaise with staff and support teams to identify barriers to success and signpost students to appropriate help.
Application Requirements
* A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
* Information on all relevant education and qualifications.
Benefits
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