Residential Accommodation Supervisor - Casual Worker (Variable Hours)

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Lacock; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Generous holiday entitlement

On-site gym

Discounts on lifestyle

Cycle-to-Work

Training and CPD

Wellbeing days

Disability Confident Employer

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a Residential Accommodation Supervisor to support students living on campus at Lackham. This casual, permanent role offers a flexible pattern of hours and a competitive hourly wage as part of a supportive residential team.

You will help create a safe, welcoming environment, supervise accommodation areas, and support student wellbeing, working closely with safeguarding and pastoral teams to ensure high standards of welfare and safety.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Experience in residential, youth work, education, care, hospitality, security, or people-focused environments.
• Understanding of safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm and consistent approach when dealing with challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; flexible and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for residential students.
• Supervise accommodation areas and promote positive behaviour.
• Support student wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns.
• Carry out regular checks of residential areas.
• Encourage students to develop independence and life skills.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
• Collaborate with safeguarding, pastoral, and College teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience

Job description

Residential Accommodation Supervisor - Casual Worker (Variable Hours)

Location: Lackham

Salary: £13.12 per hour plus holiday pay

Do you have experience supporting young people, working in residential care, student accommodation, youth work, education, security, hospitality, or another customer-facing environment?

Are you looking for a flexible role where you can use your people skills to make a genuine difference?

Based at our beautiful Lackham Campus, set within 500 acres of Wiltshire countryside, you'll join our residential team and help create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for students living on campus.

What We Offer

Salary: £13.12 per hour plus holiday pay

Contract Type: Permanent, Variable Hours, as and when required.

Outstanding Benefits

• Great Local Government Pension Scheme – strong financial security for your future
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – paid annual leave in line with your contractual arrangements
• College closure and wellbeing days – including the Christmas closure period
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal, and financial advice
• Free On-Site Gyms – available at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts – savings on retail, tech, travel, and leisure
• Cycle-to-Work – save on commuting costs and stay active
• Training and Development – ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Additional Perks – discounted hair & beauty treatments, meals, and exclusive attraction offers

What You'll Do

• Provide a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for residential students
• Supervise accommodation areas and promote positive behaviour
• Support student wellbeing and pastoral needs
• Respond appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns
• Carry out regular checks of residential areas
• Encourage students to develop independence and life skills
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and relevant activities
• Work with safeguarding, pastoral, and wider College teams
• Follow College procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety and student welfare

What You'll Bring

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Experience in a residential, youth work, education, care, hospitality, security, or people-focused environment
• An understanding of safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm and consistent approach when dealing with challenging situations
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and reliability
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people

Why Choose This Path?

This is an opportunity to move your existing skills into a rewarding educational environment where you can make a real difference.

You’ll help students feel safe and supported while living away from home, encourage their independence and contribute to a positive residential community.

Make a move that truly pays off

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

Closing date: 19th October 2026

Shortlist date: 20th October 2026

Interview date: TBC