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Chichester College Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Chichester College Group seeks a part-time Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer in Crawley to support students with health and wellbeing needs and contribute to the college's mental health strategy.

The role is term-time, on-site, with safeguarding duties as part of a team. Applicants will need GCSE English and maths at C/4 or higher and a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Experience and interest in supporting young people, and knowledge of mental health and safeguarding.
• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in English and maths; L3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with health and wellbeing needs.
• Assist on the delivery of the Mental Health Strategy.
• Be a member of the Safeguarding Team, on a rota basis.

Skills

Mental health awareness

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4+)

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer

Company: Chichester College Group

Salary: Pro rata of £27,785 - £30,364 per annum (i.e. £9,669.87 - £10,567.43), plus pro rata of £610.08 Crawley Weighting per annum (i.e. £212.32)

Hours: Part-time

Location: Crawley

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 7 Sept 2026

Closing date: 21 Sept 2026

Do you have experience and an interest in supporting young people, and knowledge of mental health and safeguarding? Crawley College is recruiting for a Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer on a part time, term time only basis.

As a Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer you will:

Provide support to students with a range of health and wellbeing needs

Assist on the delivery of the Mental Health Strategy

Be a member of the Safeguarding Team, which includes being duty officer on a rota basis.

What we can offer you in this role:

A relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support

A diverse student body, a 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.

What you will bring to the role:

GCSEs at grade C/4 or above specifically in English and maths and a L3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent are essential.

A Counselling qualification is desirable. You will have experience in providing support to young people with mental health difficulties.

Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, at all ages and levels.

Understanding of equal opportunities & safety issues and risk assessments.

Our Staff Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 20.4% 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). Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.

And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Crawley College is centrally located with excellent transport links, within walking distance of Crawley bus and train stations. More information can be found on our website. (https://www.crawley.ac.uk/college-information/travelling-to-college/)

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

Interview date: 21 September 2026

Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists,/and any relevant overseas checks and a self-declaration relating to the disqualification regulations. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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