Wellbeing & Safeguarding Officer – Flexible Hours

Warrington and Vale Royal College; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Welfare Officer. The successful candidate will ensure the safety and wellbeing of all learners, support safeguarding strategies, and deliver frontline services to enhance learner welfare. Candidates should ideally have a strong knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness, as well as a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 including Maths and English. The role offers a competitive salary along with various benefits including generous annual leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Occupational pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Full programme of training and mentoring

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness.
• Completion of relevant training in safeguarding and mental health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate and comprehensive safeguarding log.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Safeguarding team.
• Deliver a front-line service to support learner wellbeing.
• Provide appropriate signposting and referrals.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding principles

Mental health awareness

Education

Minimum five GCSEs at grade 4 and above

Level 3 qualification

Job description

A further education institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Welfare Officer. The successful candidate will ensure the safety and wellbeing of all learners, support safeguarding strategies, and deliver frontline services to enhance learner welfare. Candidates should ideally have a strong knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness, as well as a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 including Maths and English. The role offers a competitive salary along with various benefits including generous annual leave and flexible working options.