Safeguarding and Wellbeing officer

Nescot; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Greater London seeks a Safeguarding and Wellbeing Officer to mentor students and promote their mental health. The role involves one-on-one coaching, designing workshops, and providing students with strategies to manage anxiety and enhance their personal development. Ideal candidates will have a strong passion for youth development and relevant experience in counselling or mental health initiatives. The position offers various benefits such as a discounted gym and free online qualifications.

Benefits

Discounted on-site gym

Free parking on-site

Free online qualifications

Discounted Starbucks

Qualifications

• Passion for youth development and strong communication abilities.
• Experience in coaching, counselling, or mental health promotion with young people.
• Commitment to professional development in wellbeing and online safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 coaching focusing on stress management and personal growth.
• Design workshops on peer connections and motivation.
• Equip students with techniques to manage anxiety and improve focus.
• Refer at-risk students to specialist counselling and services.

Job description

Safeguarding and Wellbeing officer

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, you will take a holistic approach to wellbeing – exploring stress management, healthy coping mechanisms, work-life balance, goal-setting and personal growth
• You will also design and facilitate stimulating workshops and support groups focused on peer connections, self-esteem, motivation and study skills.
• You will equip students with tangible techniques to self-manage anxiety, improve focus, boost happiness and fulfil their potential.
• Where appropriate, you will make referrals to specialist counselling and social services to ensure at‑risk students get access to 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

Closing date 1st February 2026

Interview date 9th February 2026