Safeguarding and Wellbeing officer

eTeach UK Limited; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Epsom and Ewell is seeking a passionate coach for youth development to work closely with students on a 1-1 basis, focusing on holistic wellbeing. Responsibilities include designing workshops on motivation and study skills, equipping students with self-management techniques, and making referrals to specialist services. The ideal candidate will have experience in coaching, counselling, or mental health promotion with young people. This role offers benefits like a discounted gym and free online qualifications.

Benefits

Discounted on-site gym

Free parking

Discounted Starbucks

Free online qualifications

Qualifications

• Passion for youth development and outstanding rapport-building skills.
• Experience in coaching, counselling, or mental health promotion with young people is essential.
• Dedication to professional development in wellbeing and online safety.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students on a 1‑1 coaching basis focusing on holistic wellbeing.
• Design and facilitate workshops on peer connections, self-esteem, and motivation.
• Equip students with techniques to self-manage anxiety and improve focus.
• Make referrals to specialist services for at-risk students.

Skills

Rapport-building

Motivation

Communication abilities

Coaching

Counselling

Mental health promotion

Job description

37.5 hours per week / 40 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

What we are looking for

• Passion for youth development along with outstanding rapport‑building, motivation and communication abilities
• Previous experience in coaching, counselling or mental health promotion with young people is essential
• Ongoing dedication to professional development in the FE landscape’s wellbeing and online safety initiatives will be expected

Duties / Responsibilities

• Work closely with students on a 1‑1 coaching basis, taking a holistic approach to wellbeing – exploring stress management, healthy coping mechanisms, work‑life balance, goal‑setting and personal growth
• Design and facilitate stimulating workshops and support groups focused on peer connections, self‑esteem, motivation and study skills
• Equip students with tangible techniques to self‑manage anxiety, improve focus, boost happiness and fulfil their potential
• Make referrals to specialist counselling and social services where appropriate to ensure at‑risk students receive vital intervention and support

Benefits

• A discounted on‑site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5‑minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Free parking on‑site
• Discounted Starbucks
• Free online qualifications

Nescot is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. Safeguarding arrangements are “effective” with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place “an effective policy for safer recruitment.”

At Nescot, we’re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.

This college is a smoke‑free campus—smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.

Closing date 9th January 2026

Interview date to be confirmed