CAMPUS OFFICER

John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two pension schemes

Great holiday package

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Job summary

East Surrey College in Redhill is seeking proactive Campus Officers to support students and staff across campus. You will help promote attendance, engagement and wellbeing while maintaining a calm, welcoming environment throughout the college day.

Reporting to campus leadership, you will collaborate with Safeguarding, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Mentoring and Curriculum teams to identify concerns early and ensure students receive needed support. Term-time only, 38 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and/or adults in education, youth work, community or similar setting.
• Experience supporting attendance, behaviour, participation or student engagement.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
• Good IT skills including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, supportive presence across college campuses.
• Support students and staff to promote attendance, engagement and wellbeing.
• Work with Safeguarding, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Mentoring and Curriculum teams to identify concerns early.

Skills

Young people engagement

Relationship building

Calm communication

Safeguarding awareness

IT literacy

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths and English Level 2

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Campus Officer

Job Type

Support

Job Category

Youth Engagement

Employment Basis

Established (salaried)

Location

East Surrey College - Redhill

Salary Range

£25,707.02 per annum (based on an FTE salary of £29,373) 38 weeks per year (Term-time only)

Closing Date

24/08/2026

Documents

• OSC Corporation Competency Framework.pdf (PDF, 472.18kb)
• Campus Officer JD & PS.pdf (PDF, 412.32kb)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment?

We are seeking proactive and approachable Campus Officers to work across our college campuses, maintaining a visible and supportive presence for students and staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to students' college experience by encouraging attendance, engagement, positive behaviour and wellbeing.

As a Campus Officer, you will play a key role in supporting students throughout the college day, building positive relationships and helping to create a calm, welcoming and respectful campus environment. You will work closely with Safeguarding, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Mentoring and Curriculum teams to identify concerns early and ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping young people and adults achieve their potential and who can build positive, professional relationships with a wide range of people.

You Will Ideally Have

• Experience working with young people and/or adults in an education, youth work, community or similar setting.
• Experience supporting attendance, behaviour, participation or student engagement.
• Confidence in managing challenging situations using calm communication and de-escalation skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and online systems.
• GCSE Maths and English at Level 2 (or be willing to work towards these qualifications).

These are term time only roles and are based at East Surrey College. Interviews are expected to take place from 1st of September onwards.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, a brilliant holiday package, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.

Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population.

We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke-free zones.

As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.