Enrichment Assistant

Barking & Dagenham College; Tendring; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Barking and Dagenham College is seeking an Enrichment Assistant to join our Enrichment team on a full-time, term-time only basis. You will help plan and deliver a diverse programme of enrichment activities that engage students and support their personal and social development.

You will also help develop Student Voice activities, clubs and volunteering opportunities, working with curriculum teams to promote engagement, wellbeing and a strong sense of community across the College.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area such as teaching, coaching, counselling, youth work or sport.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience of working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Experience of designing and delivering engaging activities, events or programmes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and maintain effective partnerships and networks.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a wide range of enrichment activities for students across the College.
• Build positive relationships with students, providing support and guidance through both formal and informal interactions.
• Support the delivery of wellbeing, health awareness, and personal development activities, including drug, alcohol and substance misuse education programmes.
• Lead on organising and coordinating Students' Union activities, clubs and societies.
• Support students to engage in volunteering opportunities and employability-focused activities.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of major college events, including Freshers' Fair, Health and Fitness Fair, themed campaigns and celebration events.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams to enhance students' personal development and enrichment experiences.
• Monitor and report on student participation and engagement using college systems.
• Maintain an active presence within student social spaces, promoting positive engagement and constructive use of leisure time.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Organisation skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Equality and inclusion

Education

Level 3 qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Join a vibrant college committed to the success of our staff, learners, businesses and communities!

We have an exciting opportunityavailable here at Barking and Dagenham College. We are currently looking for Enrichment Assistant to join our Enrichment team.

You will join us on afull-time, term-time only basisand in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £26401 -£25,825pa inc London Weighting (pro rata'd to 36hpw, 38 weeks per year).

The Enrichment Assistant role:

Reporting to the Support Life and Enrichment Manager, the Enrichment Assistant will play a key role in planning and delivering a diverse programme of cross-college enrichment activities that engage students and contribute to their personal development, social development and employability. The postholder will also support the development of Student Voice activities, clubs, societies and volunteering opportunities, helping students make the most of their college experience.

Working closely with students and curriculum teams, you will help create an inclusive and vibrant enrichment programme that promotes engagement, wellbeing, achievement and a strong sense of community across the College.

Key Responsibilities of the role:

• Develop and deliver a wide range of enrichment activities for students across the College.
• Build positive relationships with students, providing support and guidance through both formal and informal interactions.
• Support the delivery of wellbeing, health awareness, and personal development activities, including drug, alcohol and substance misuse education programmes.
• Lead on organising and coordinating Students' Union activities, clubs and societies.
• Support students to engage in volunteering opportunities and employability-focused activities.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of major college events, including Freshers' Fair, Health and Fitness Fair, themed campaigns and celebration events.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams to enhance students' personal development and enrichment experiences.
• Monitor and report on student participation and engagement using college systems.
• Maintain an active presence within student social spaces, promoting positive engagement and constructive use of leisure time.

Our ideal Enrichment Assistant should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area such as teaching, coaching, counselling, youth work or sport.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience of working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Experience of designing and delivering engaging activities, events or programmes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and maintain effective partnerships and networks.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

If you are passionate about creating engaging experiences for young people, developing student leadership opportunities and supporting learners to thrive both inside and outside the classroom, then we want to hear from you.

Why join us?

At , we are committed to creating a positive, inclusive and inspiring environment where students can achieve their full potential. As an Enrichment Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to student life, wellbeing and success while working as part of a supportive and dedicated team.

PLEASE NOTE;

• All applications forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Wehave the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.
• This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020

Barking & Dagenham College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding at BDC

All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent upon the role and the individual): enhanced DBS including children’s barred list check, DfE teaching/management barred list check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

You will be required to become familiar with College’s policies and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Closing date for applications:25/09/2026

Interviews will be held - tbc