HE Safeguarding Officer

Chichester College Group; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme (15%)

25 days annual leave (28 with service)

Discount schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Chichester College Group in Worthing is seeking a compassionate HE Safeguarding Officer to support Higher Education students and coordinate safeguarding procedures.

This part-time, term-time role involves managing investigations, providing one-to-one and small group support, and liaising with external services. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and organised individual.
• Experience supporting young people, especially with mental health challenges.
• Able to manage sensitive situations and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of E6 Sexual Harassment and Misconduct procedures and investigations.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to HE students in cases.
• Coordinate the College's support provision relating to harassment and misconduct.
• Communicate effectively with students regarding support services, procedures and outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths 4/C or above

Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or related

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and organised individual with experience supporting young people, particularly those experiencing mental health challenges, to work on a part time, term time only basis.

As our HE Safeguarding Officer, you will:

• Manage and co-ordinate the delivery of the College's E6 Sexual Harassment and Misconduct procedures and investigations.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to Higher Education students involved in sexual harassment and misconduct cases.
• Co-ordinate the College's support provision relating to sexual harassment and misconduct.
• Communicate effectively with students regarding support services, procedures and outcomes.

What we can offer you in this role:

• A diverse student body, positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences.
• An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
• We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you.
• Hybrid working opportunities.

What you will bring to the role:

• You will be educated to GCSE level (including English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above or equivalent).
• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or a related subject
• Experience within an educational setting, advocating for young people, assessing support needs, and working with external support services would be beneficial.
• You will be able to manage a varied workload, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and make informed decisions in sensitive situations.

Our Staff Benefits

- see attached job pack for further information.

• Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement (paid as part of the salary for Term- Time-Only roles).
• Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
• Employee Assistance Programme. Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.

The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview.