Safeguarding and Wellbeing officer

37.5 hours per week / 40 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

What we are looking for:

• Passion for youth development along with outstanding rapport-building, motivation and communication abilities
• Previous experience in coaching, counselling or mental health promotion with young people is essential
• Ongoing dedication to professional development in the FE landscape’s wellbeing and online safety initiatives will be expected

Duties/responsibilities:

• Work closely with students on a 1-1 coaching basis, you will take a holistic approach to wellbeing – exploring stress management, healthy coping mechanisms, work-life balance, goal-setting and personal growth
• You will also design and facilitate stimulating workshops and support groups focused on peer connections, self-esteem, motivation and study skills.
• You will equip students with tangible techniques to self-manage anxiety, improve focus, boost happiness and fulfil their potential.
• Where appropriate, you will make referrals to specialist counselling and social services to ensure at-risk students get access to vital intervention and support.

Benefits:

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station,
• Free parking on-site
• Discounted Starbucks

• Free online qualifications

   

Nescot is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. Safeguarding arrangements are “effective” with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place “an effective policy for safer recruitment.”

At Nescot, we’re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.

This college is a smoke-free campus—smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.

Closing date 9th January 2026

Interview date to be confirmed