Student Enrichment Officer

Leicester College; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicester College is seeking a Student Enrichment Officer to engage with young people and empower their college experience across campuses. You will design youth-centred workshops, run events, and promote student voice and leadership while supporting wellbeing and inclusion among learners.

The role demands strong communication, a supportive approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and external partners, including the Student Union and course representatives.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification completed.
• Level 2 in Maths, English and IT.
• Level 2 in Youth Work Principles or equivalent experience.
• Experience in youth/community work or 16+ education.
• Experience running group workshops.
• Strong communication and counselling/advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours restoratively.
• Flexible across campuses with occasional out-of-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Design youth-centred workshops for students.
• Run college events and activities.
• Support student wellbeing and voice beyond the classroom.
• Support the Student Union and Course Representatives to promote leadership.

Skills

Strong communication

Counselling skills

Advocacy skills

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 qualification

Level 2 Maths, English, IT

Level 2 Youth Work Principles

Job description

Join Our Student Enrichment Team!

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, youth-focused professional to join Leicester College's Student Enrichment Team as a Student Enrichment Officer. We are looking for someone who can connect, inspire, and empower young people through positive engagement and creative enrichment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to build professional relationships based on trust and mutual respect, and a passion for supporting young people to reach their potential. You will actively encourage student voice, empowerment, and participation, helping learners to play an active role in shaping their college experience.

This role involves using informal education and enrichment activities to develop students' confidence, wellbeing, and personal and social development, while also contributing to student retention and overall success. You will also support the Student Union and Course Representatives to promote leadership, participation, and positive change across the College community. You will design youth-centred workshops, run college events, and support student wellbeing and voice beyond the classroom.

• Qualifications: Level 3 educated; Level 2 in Maths, English, and IT. Level 2 in Youth Work Principles (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Proven background in youth/community work or 16+ education, with experience running group workshops.
• Skills: Strong communication, basic counselling/advocacy skills, and ability to manage challenging behaviours restorative.
• Flexibility: Mobile across campuses with occasional out-of-hours flexibility.
• Level 3 Youth Work/Counselling qualifications, First Aid, or Minibus license are desirable.
• Have experience working with young people and building positive, supportive relationships.
• Demonstrate knowledge and some experience in supporting mental health and wellbeing in young people.