Welfare Officer

Warrington & Vale Royal College; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a full-time Welfare Officer to ensure the safety and wellbeing of learners and apprentices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths and English, and a Level 3 qualification, along with knowledge of safeguarding principles. The role offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

A competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Full programme of training and mentoring

Induction programme and buddy scheme

Flexible working, where appropriate

Menopause friendly

Qualifications

• Proven experience demonstrating safeguarding principles.
• Completed training in mental health awareness is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all learners and apprentices.
• Support the college-wide Safeguarding and Prevent strategies.
• Adapt to flexible working options as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding principles

Mental health awareness

Education

Minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Role Overview

Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a full‑time Welfare Officer responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all learners and apprentices, supporting the college‑wide Safeguarding and Prevent strategies. We will consider flexible working options, such as part time or job share. Please include details of any requests in your supporting statement; we would be happy to discuss this further at interview.

In November 2024 the college was officially commended as “Good with outstanding features” by Ofsted. Our mission is “Inclusion, realising potential; transforming lives”. The environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.

In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High‑Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people. Sustainability is a key priority and we are committed to raising awareness and implementing sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Governance of sustainability principles is embedded across the college, with a sustainability action plan and committee led by senior leaders.

Qualifications

Suitable candidates will hold a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths and English, and a Level 3 qualification. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness, or have successfully completed relevant training in these areas.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Warrington & Vale Royal College is committed to Equal Opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our learners.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement (48 days for support staff, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro‑rata for part time)
• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on‑site parking
• Full programme of training and mentoring
• Induction programme and buddy scheme
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Menopause friendly