Wellbeing Assistant
£23,557 FTE Per Annum, Actual Salary £20,174.09 Pro-Rata
Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Are you passionate about supporting student welfare and making a real difference in young people’s lives? We are looking for a dedicated Wellbeing Assistant to join our Student Services team.
In this role, you will be the first point of contact for students seeking support, providing guidance on pastoral care and signposting them to the right resources. Whether offering advice, conducting welfare checks, or assisting students with medical appointments, you will play a key part in ensuring their well-being.
You will work closely with Wellbeing Officers and other college departments to maintain student records, help resolve queries, and contribute to a nurturing and supportive environment. Your role will also include assisting with student transport needs, including hospital visits, where necessary.
As a Wellbeing Assistant, you will also have the opportunity to participate in key college events, such as Open Days, and contribute to the college’s inclusive and student-focused ethos. We value teamwork, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to student support.
If you are proactive, empathetic, and have experience working in a customer service or student support role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. A UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required for this role, as is a willingness to obtain relevant qualifications such as First Aid at Work.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply today!
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Local Government Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 40 days leave including 25 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Tuesday 8th April Midday
Interview date: Thursday 17th April
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
