Student Wellbeing & Engagement Lead (DSL)

studygroupuk; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Study Group is seeking a dedicated professional to lead student wellbeing and engagement at Kingston University International Study Centre. The role includes safeguarding oversight, coordinating Welfare and Enrichment Officers, and ensuring a positive student experience in partnership with university stakeholders.

The post is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 1 year, reporting to the Director of Campus Operations, with responsibility for DSL duties and safeguarding compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience) to work independently.
• Administration or management training or qualification.
• Higher level safeguarding training.
• Line management of staff.
• Supporting students in an educational context.
• Developing and maintaining the Student Experience.
• Working in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student welfare, safeguarding, Prevent and Enrichment within the centre.
• Ensure effective case management of welfare concerns and LDHD information.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead with escalation authority.
• Monitor student whereabouts and coordinate procedures.
• Create and approve Support Plans including Safety and Exit Plans.
• Organise induction and wellbeing activities; produce related materials.
• Collaborate with the Senior Coordinator Progression to support students.
• Analyse data to identify welfare enhancements and drive changes.
• Escalate concerns to the Student Experience Leader and Central Wellbeing team.
• Maintain Welfare section on the online Virtual Reception.

Skills

Student welfare coordination

Safeguarding practices

Staff management

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience

Administration or management training

Higher level safeguarding training

Job description

Study Group is seeking a dedicated professional to lead student wellbeing and engagement at Kingston University International Study Centre. The role includes safeguarding oversight, coordinating Welfare and Enrichment Officers, and ensuring a positive student experience in partnership with university stakeholders.

The post is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 1 year, reporting to the Director of Campus Operations, with responsibility for DSL duties and safeguarding compliance.