Overview
Student Support Advisor (TTO) – Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary: £24,129
Contract: Permanent
West Herts College
Are you a compassionate and proactive individual who thrives on helping others succeed? Join our supportive and high-performing Student Support team and play a key role in empowering students to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Responsibilities
* Work directly with students to support wellbeing, engagement in education, and preparation for the world of work.
* Collaborate with curriculum and support teams to design and deliver tailored intervention sessions, both one-to-one and in small groups.
* Monitor and manage a caseload, including students with mental health and wellbeing needs; maintain accurate safeguarding and welfare records.
* Liaise with parents/carers and external professionals to develop holistic support plans as part of a multi-agency approach.
* Ensure a strong understanding of students\' support needs; upskill as needed (MHFA training provided if not already held).
* Contribute to a positive college environment and support students with barriers to learning to thrive in college and beyond.
* Work on a term-time schedule based at Barnfield College campus in Luton, with occasional travel to other sites.
* Engage in ongoing training and development to upskill in this role.
Qualifications and Skills
* Experience working with young people and/or vulnerable adults.
* Passion for removing barriers to learning and promoting student wellbeing in an educational setting.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Benefits and Additional Information
* Cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas, early finishes on a Friday.
* Closing date: Monday 6 October; interviews week of Monday 13 October.
* WHC Group is positive about disabled people; contact HR for application assistance.
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