Head of Student Support & Safeguarding

eTeach UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

United Colleges Group is seeking a dynamic Head of Student Support Services to lead safeguarding and student welfare across our college group. You will provide strategic direction, develop a dedicated Student Support Services team, and ensure outstanding support for learners across campuses.

You will drive mental health and wellbeing initiatives, liaise with local authorities, NHS and community partners, oversee bursary administration and funding programmes, and ensure compliant processes that

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Education, Social Work, Counselling or related field.
• Significant leadership experience in student services, safeguarding or pastoral support.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and KCSIE; MHFA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Student Support Services across the College Group.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and embed safeguarding culture across the organisation.
• Oversee bursary administration, funding programmes and student financial support.
• Build partnerships with local authorities, NHS services and community organisations.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Mental health

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree-level qualification in Education, Social Work, Counselling

Tools

MyConcern

Job description

United Colleges Group is seeking a dynamic Head of Student Support Services to lead safeguarding and student welfare across our college group. You will provide strategic direction, develop a dedicated Student Support Services team, and ensure outstanding support for learners across campuses.

You will drive mental health and wellbeing initiatives, liaise with local authorities, NHS and community partners, oversee bursary administration and funding programmes, and ensure compliant processes that