Student Welfare & Safeguarding Specialist

The Henley College; Henley-on-Thames; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

On-site cafes

Staff wellbeing support

Job summary

The Henley College is seeking a compassionate Welfare and Safeguarding Officer to join our Welfare Team in Henley-on-Thames. You will work closely with the Director of Welfare and safeguarding staff to support young learners, monitor welfare concerns and ensure timely, appropriate intervention.

We offer ongoing training, professional development and a supportive environment within a busy sixth form college; a pro rata salary and term-time hours reflect our permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting safeguarding or welfare in education settings.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and manage data securely.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support identification, recording, monitoring and follow-up of safeguarding/welfare concerns.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies to support positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and analyse safeguarding data.
• Provide a compassionate, student-centred approach to welfare.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Record-keeping

IT literacy

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English and Maths (C/4+)

Experience with young people 14-19

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Henley College is seeking a compassionate Welfare and Safeguarding Officer to join our Welfare Team in Henley-on-Thames. You will work closely with the Director of Welfare and safeguarding staff to support young learners, monitor welfare concerns and ensure timely, appropriate intervention.

We offer ongoing training, professional development and a supportive environment within a busy sixth form college; a pro rata salary and term-time hours reflect our permanent role.