Supported Living Worker for Young People

senploy; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A partner college in North Kent is seeking a Residence Support Officer to provide essential support for students aged 16-18. This role involves ensuring the wellbeing of residential students, facilitating their adjustment to independent living, and promoting a safe and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in social care or a related field and excellent communication skills. The position includes a rota-based schedule and offers a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave

Enrolment onto the People's Pension Scheme

Access to onsite facilities including gyms and restaurants

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of student welfare and safeguarding.
• Experience in education or residential settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and positive engagement of residential students.
• Support students in adjusting to independent living.
• Help deliver a varied enrichment programme.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment.

Skills

Understanding of student welfare and safeguarding

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in related field

At least Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Job description

Residence Support Officer

TN11

£28,130 per annum

Full Time

An exciting opportunity has become available at our partner College in North Kent for a Residence Support Officers to join their dedicated residential team who were rated outstanding by Ofsted in June 2024. You'll play a key role in supporting the wellbeing and personal development of students aged 16-18 living on campus, many of whom are experiencing independent living for the first time. This role is great for a TA or Supported Living Worker who can relocate to live on campus or lives locally as role will include oncall and a rota.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help deliver high-quality pastoral care and encourage student engagement in both academic life and a wide range of personal and social development opportunities. This includes involvement in Learner Voice initiatives, the Student Union, and Health & Wellbeing activities.

This position follows a rota-based schedule, with shifts ranging between 8am and 1am throughout the whole year (days, evenings, nights and Sunday's). You will also be part of an emergency 'on-call' rota, typically covering one shift per week.

Shifts 8am-4pm / 10am-6pm / 3pm-11pm or 5pm - 1am. No work from 7pm Friday to 5pm Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and positive engagement of residential students.
• Support students in adjusting to independent living and participating in college life.
• Help plan, coordinate, and deliver a varied enrichment programme tailored to students' needs.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment, upholding behaviour standards and safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• A strong understanding of student welfare and safeguarding, with knowledge of relevant legislation and residential provision standards (training will be provided).
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in a related field such as social care, youth work, mentoring, or informal education.
• At least Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills.
• A genuine ability to connect with students and collaborate effectively with staff and external partners.
• Experience in education or residential settings, and awareness of challenges affecting student engagement, is desirable.

If you're passionate about supporting young people and creating a safe, enriching living environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Accommodation: The college have onsite accommodation, should you wish to explore this.

The Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following benefits.

• 33 days' annual leave (including Christmas / New Year break), plus bank holidays.
• Enrolment onto the People's Pension Scheme
• Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.