Student Wellbeing Officer — Part-Time (East London, On-Site)

GBS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

GBS is seeking a part-time Student Wellbeing Officer to support students’ learning, wellbeing and engagement at the East London campus. The role is on-site, 30 hours per week, with fixed Wednesday-Sunday shifts.

You will manage referrals, provide pastoral support, help with attendance, maintain confidential Wellbeing records under GDPR, and assist with health and wellbeing activities.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have experience in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant area, preferably health related.
• Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education.
• Knowledge of the DDA and SENDA and how to implement their guidelines.
• Experience working with a range of physical disabilities and learning differences.
• Experience selecting and using appropriate assessment materials and interpreting results.
• Ability to discuss student needs sensitively and plan Additional Support programs.

Responsibilities

• Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Wellbeing Manager, linking Wellbeing Office with academic teams and services.
• Providing pastoral support to students with social or emotional issues and ensuring learning accommodations are addressed.
• Maximising attendance by working with student engagement managers to support students.
• Providing immediate assistance to students on a drop-in or appointment basis.
• Maintaining confidential Wellbeing records in line with GDPR requirements.
• Assisting with the organisation of health and wellbeing activities and events.

Skills

Bachelor degree knowledge in health

Pastoral support experience

GDPR records management

Student referrals coordination

Attendance improvement

Communicating with students

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field

Job description

GBS is seeking a part-time Student Wellbeing Officer to support students’ learning, wellbeing and engagement at the East London campus. The role is on-site, 30 hours per week, with fixed Wednesday-Sunday shifts.

You will manage referrals, provide pastoral support, help with attendance, maintain confidential Wellbeing records under GDPR, and assist with health and wellbeing activities.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have experience in higher education.