Student Services Team Leader

South Thames Colleges Group; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a proactive Team Leader for its Student Support Service in Kingston upon Thames. This role requires effective management of the support team, ensuring student safety and well-being, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and extensive experience in leadership, safeguarding, and educational support.

Benefits

37 days annual leave

Wellbeing leave

Pension schemes

Subsidized sports facilities

Professional development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and supporting student well-being.
• Management experience in educational settings.
• Collaboration with external agencies to promote well-being.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Student Support Service and manage the team.
• Ensure compliance with statutory legislation and best practices.
• Collaborate with external agencies and promote well-being.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Crisis Intervention

Education

Relevant degree in Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, Youth & Community, Counselling, Teaching, or Management

Job description

Job Description: Student Services Team Leader, Kingston upon Thames

Employer: South Thames Colleges Group

Location: Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: faba65bfe3c6

Job Views: 7

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organized, dynamic, and proactive Team Leader to oversee the Student Support Service at Kingston College. The role involves managing the Safeguarding Coordinator, Advisers, and Service Administration staff, ensuring the safety and well-being of students, and compliance with statutory legislation and best practices. The successful candidate will collaborate with college staff, external agencies, and the Service Head to promote student well-being and safeguarding awareness.

Requirements include a relevant degree or equivalent in fields such as Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, Youth & Community, Counselling, Teaching, or Management. Leadership and management experience, practitioner experience in safeguarding, and a thorough understanding of risk assessment and crisis intervention are essential. Experience working in an educational setting and with external agencies to support student well-being is also required.

The role offers benefits including 37 days of annual leave plus additional days over Christmas/New Year, Wellbeing leave, pension schemes, subsidized sports facilities, professional development, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

The closing date for applications is 2nd June 2025 at 9 am. Successful candidates will undergo DBS checks, provide references, and prove eligibility to work in the UK.

South Thames Colleges Group is committed to equality and safeguarding, promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.