Are you the kind of person who can spot when someone's having a tough day, and know just how to help? Do you believe that wellbeing is the key to unlocking potential? If you're nodding, keep reading... This role might be your perfect fit.
We're looking for someone who's passionate about student support, mental health and making college a place where everyone feels safe, head and empowered.
You will:
- Support students through life's ups and downs with therapeutic interventions, drop-ins and group sessions
- Help students build confidence, resilience and practical study skills
- Work with staff, parents and external agencies to remove barriers to learning
- Manage a caseload of students, including those with EHCPs and SEMH needs) and help them thrive
- Advocating for wellbeing across the college, whether it's through events, transition support or crisis response
You will need:
- A recognised qualification in youth work, mentoring, guidance, or a proven track record in this field
- A calm, empathetic approach and the ability to read situations intuitively
- Experience supporting students with mental health challenges, including anxiety, ASD and emotional-based school avoidance
- Confidence in working with multi-agency teams and navigating complex support systems
- A non-judgemental attitude and a genuine passions for inclusion
You'll be the person students turn to when things feel overwhelming. You'll help them find their feet, stay on track and believe in themselves. You'll be part of a team that's creative, caring and committed to making college a place where wellbeing is a priority, not an afterthought.
Benefits: 6 weeks annual leave paid in salary, 42 working weeks, 21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS, health care cash plan, free car parking, discounted Hair & Beauty, on-site gym, staff development & training, Sodexo Retail Discount Scheme, and more!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK.
New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.