Student Advice and Safeguarding Officer

Cambridge Regional College; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Student Advice and Safeguarding Officer to join the Student Services team. This part-time role focuses on safeguarding and supporting students, managing caseloads, and engaging with the college community. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a hybrid working model. Apply now to contribute to transforming lives at the college.

Benefits

Generous holiday leave entitlement

Generous pension scheme

Discounted rates on Apple products

Free gym membership option

Discounted rates on college courses

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan

Free on-site car parking

Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores

Free independent telephone counselling service

Staff Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with young people and/or vulnerable adults.
• Ability to follow procedures with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support safeguarding and student advice caseloads.
• Engage with the college population via events and pop-ups.
• Assess bursary applications for financially disadvantaged students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A-C or equivalent)

Job description

Cambridge Regional College have an exciting opportunity for a Student Advice and Safeguarding Officer to join the Student Services team at our Cambridge and Huntingdon Campuses. You will join us on a part time (22.5 hour), term time only basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £16,438 per annum - £17,521 per annum (equivalent to a full time, full year salary of £31,110 - £33,160 per annum), plus staff benefits.

Cambridge Regional College is a large and inspirational centre of learning with Campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We have outstanding teaching and leisure facilities and a reputation for excellence in a number of fields. Our campus facilities are among the best in the country, and you'll find a modern teaching environment with lots of energy and interaction. CRC is a college to be proud of and to be in.

In addition, we value our staff as we understand they make the difference in transforming lives, our investment in our staff has been formally recognised in being accredited with Investors in People Gold status.

• Generous holiday leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Discounted rates on Apple products
• Free gym membership option and discounted classes
• Discounted rates on college courses
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site car parking
• Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards@CRC
• On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge Campus and Starbucks at Huntingdon Campus)
• Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme
• Staff Development opportunities.

About the role

The successful candidate will support the college by being an integral part of safeguarding and supporting students to thrive in college.

The role will include being part of a team managing a caseload of safeguarding and student advice caseloads, working in a multi‑agency approach to provide outstanding support and risk management. You will also be part of a team engaging with the college population via events and pop‑ups, in addition to assessing bursary applications ensuring that students who are financially disadvantaged can reach their potential.

To apply for the position, you must have previous experience of working with young people and/or vulnerable adults, and you will have GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A‑C or equivalent). Attention to detail, the ability to follow procedure and problem‑solve with minimal supervision alongside excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

The successful candidate will report to the Student Advice and Safeguarding Team Leader.

Agile working

This is a hybrid role where home working is accommodated, but a flexible approach would be expected to suit the business needs where required.

Safeguarding statement

Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.