Student Wellbeing Liaison: Build Confidence & Community

South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Birthday day off

Holiday 5 years service day

Christmas closure

Training and funded higher education

LGPS 15.1% employer contributions

Subsidised fitness suite

Onsite nursery (Mama Bears)

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card membership

Discounted travel schemes

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a Wellbeing Journey – Student Liaison to provide preventative and early-intervention support, helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence and feel connected to the College community.

You will deliver wellbeing tutorials, provide pastoral support, offer guidance and create enrichment activities while recognising when specialist support is needed. The role emphasizes student-centred, independent work in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people and managing challenging situations.
• Student-centred, approachable and sensitive approach.
• Communicate effectively and have strong organisational and negotiation skills.
• Be able to work independently, prioritise competing demands and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interactive wellbeing tutorials, workshops and campaigns.
• Provide accessible walk-in and evening pastoral support.
• Offer practical guidance, signposting and early intervention.
• Create enrichment activities that encourage participation and connection.
• Recognise when specialist wellbeing or safeguarding support is needed.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Independent working

Job description

South Devon College is seeking a Wellbeing Journey – Student Liaison to provide preventative and early-intervention support, helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence and feel connected to the College community.

You will deliver wellbeing tutorials, provide pastoral support, offer guidance and create enrichment activities while recognising when specialist support is needed. The role emphasizes student-centred, independent work in a demanding environment.