Location
City of Westminster

Hours
Fixed Term until 31st December 2026

Salary
£32,823.73 - £35,450.71 (including London Weighting Allowance) pro rata of £35,950.00 - £38,963.00 (including London Weighting Allowance)

About the Role
United Colleges Group provides education to over 11,000 learners annually across five campuses and two colleges, including City of Westminster College and College of North West London. We offer a wide range of vocational education and training for learners of all ages and abilities. Our mission is to provide the very best knowledge and break down barriers to learning, delivering a unique, enjoyable, and rewarding experience.

The Student Support Officer will be part of the safeguarding team, supporting and assisting Safeguarding Leads to implement and deliver safeguarding measures in full compliance with legislation, regulation, and best practice. You will act as the first point of contact for staff and others, providing advice, guidance, coordinating, and case managing safeguarding concerns.

You will support risk assessments related to safeguarding concerns to ensure student welfare and wellbeing are adequately and appropriately supported. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, good IT and numeracy skills, flexibility, initiative, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Most importantly, you must be passionate about inspiring and motivating young people.

Experience
Experience working with young people or in a safeguarding environment is desirable but not explicitly stated. A passion for working with young people is essential.

About you
You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, good IT and numeracy skills, and be prepared to work flexibly. You must be able to use your own initiative and work with minimal supervision. A genuine passion for inspiring and motivating young people is vital.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not detailed, but successful applicants will be subject to full vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults is required.