Student Welfare Coordinator

Activate Learning; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Oxford seeks a dedicated Student Welfare Coordinator to join the Lifeskills team. This part-time maternity cover role focuses on supporting High Needs students and ensuring their well-being and achievement. Candidates must have a minimum of GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above and experience working with learners with diverse needs. Employee benefits include competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Company benefits including free eye tests

Learning and Development opportunities

Teaching Support programs

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working options

Competitive salaries

On-Site Facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Understanding of a student-centered approach and support strategies for diverse needs.
• Experience working with MLD, PMLD and SEMH learners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lifeskills faculty and support students' care needs.
• Work closely with the team to support High Needs learners.

Skills

GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above

Student-centered approach

Experience with MLD, PMLD, and SEMH learners

Creative strategies for diverse needs

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Student Welfare Coordinator to join our Lifeskills team based at Oxford College campus.

Role Purpose

The purpose of the role is to help ensure retention and achievement of students receiving Additional Learning Support within Lifeskills Faculty. This includes the 16‑19 programme, monitoring pastoral needs and working with the team to ensure best practice and support the transition into our programmes for internal and external learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lifeskills faculty and wider College Group services.
• Support students with learning support (High Needs) and other care needs to be adequately provided for.
• Work closely with a dedicated team committed to making a difference to High Needs learners.

Employment Details

This position is offered as maternity cover and will be on a fixed‑term basis. It is a part‑time role, working 18.5 hours per week (0.42 FTE), with the contract running until November 2026.

What You Need to Be Successful

• A minimum GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Understanding of a student‑centred approach and ability to offer varying support strategies to cover diverse learning needs.
• Experience working with a range of learners including MLD, PMLD and SEMH.
• Ability to develop creative and innovative strategies to deal effectively with learners with a range of needs.

Employee Benefits

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and vision writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three‑day induction programme and development programmes for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve‑point pay scale for teachers.
• On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Safeguarding and Legal Requirements

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits.