Student Community Officer

JFontes Advogados; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational group in London is seeking Student Community Officers to support student engagement and behaviour management. The role involves developing positive relationships with students and fostering community responsibilities. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in educational settings to drive a positive ethos within the college community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus additional leave

5 wellbeing days

Pension scheme

Subsidised sports facilities

Professional development opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school or college setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and safeguarding policies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop students by promoting good behaviour and positive engagement.
• Foster a positive ethos within the College community.
• Provide onsite presence and signpost enrichment opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

IT and data management

Job description

Job Openings at South Thames Colleges Group

• 1x Full Time, Permanent at South Thames College, Wandsworth
• 1x Full Time, Permanent at Carshalton College
• 1x Full Time, Permanent at Merton College
• 1x Term Time Only (36 hours per week over 40 weeks per year) at Kingston College (Full Time all year round will also be considered, if desired)

South Thames Colleges Group is seeking Student Community Officers to support and develop our students by promoting good behaviour, community responsibilities, and positive engagement. You will play a key role in fostering a positive ethos within the College community, including enrichment and holistic Student Services. Your responsibilities include providing an engaging onsite presence, signposting enrichment opportunities, promoting positive attitudes, inclusivity, behaviour, and offering early intervention support for students at risk.

Applicants should have experience working with young people in a school or college setting, with an understanding of issues affecting attendance and behaviour as per Group Policy. The role requires establishing positive relationships with students while maintaining personal boundaries, knowledge of behaviour management techniques, safeguarding policies, and experience with IT and data management systems related to student records. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with the ability to build relationships and advise effectively in English.

Note: The successful candidate will be eligible for a salary increase following the upcoming cost of living review from 1 August.

The closing date for applications is 19th June 2025.

Benefits include 27 days of annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year, 5 wellbeing days, a pension scheme (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities, professional development opportunities, and a cycle-to-work scheme. This package is pro rata for part-time staff.

All prospective employees will undergo due diligence checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references, online searches, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion, or belief, marriage, and civil partnership.

The South Thames Colleges Group comprises Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, and is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training, dedicated to student success and community contribution.

Interested candidates should apply via the external platform hosted by Blue Octopus, which supports our recruitment process.