Student Wellbeing & Safeguarding Champion

onlyFE; Bradford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 30 days + bank holidays

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme (employe

Career progression opportunities

Free gym facilities

Wellbeing space for staff

Employee assistance service

Benefits hub with discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding & Wellbeing Officer to join our Student Support department on a term-time contract. The role focuses on safeguarding, mental health and personal welfare support for students and prospective learners, with early help and curriculum staff liaison.

You will provide first point of contact for concerns, coordinate referrals, develop resources, and contribute to service evaluation while working flexibly, including weekend/evening hours when required.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding or Mental Health qualification at Level 2 or higher.
• GCSE 4–9 in Maths or equivalent level 2, and English or equivalent.
• Experience in safeguarding or wellbeing roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first point of contact for staff and students with safeguarding and wellbeing concerns.
• Liaise with curriculum and support staff to enable positive outcomes and appropriate adjustments.
• Signpost and refer students to internal and external resources; maintain resources for student welfare.
• Develop and maintain electronic and paper resources supporting student welfare.
• Work flexibly including weekend/evening shifts and participate in team meetings.
• Contribute to service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support vulnerable students and make appropriate referrals to statutory bodies as needed.
• Devise and monitor risk assessments and safety plans for students at ongoing risk.

Skills

Safeguarding & wellbeing

Mental health awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexible working

Education

Safeguarding or Mental Health qualification Level 2+

GCSE Maths (level 2) or equivalent

GCSE English (level 2) or equivalent

Job description

Bradford College is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding & Wellbeing Officer to join our Student Support department on a term-time contract. The role focuses on safeguarding, mental health and personal welfare support for students and prospective learners, with early help and curriculum staff liaison.

You will provide first point of contact for concerns, coordinate referrals, develop resources, and contribute to service evaluation while working flexibly, including weekend/evening hours when required.