College Community Support Officer (CCSO) [Ref: NBK9617]

We are looking for a charismatic, determined and confident person who has the ability and skills to engage hard to reach groups and disengaged students as well as to develop and co-ordinate activities that promote social cohesion and integration.

You will provide the first response to incidents across the College site; assist Managers or appropriate College staff to adopt a collaborative problem-solving approach to highlighted issues and to implement de-escalation techniques and restorative justice.

You will act as Safeguarding Officer for assigned cases (in liaison with the Safeguarding team), gathering evidence in relation to incidents and disclosures as per the Safeguarding policy.

It is essential that you hold GCSE maths and English Language, or equivalent at C/4 grade or above as well as have a Level 3 qualification in relevant subject area, e.g. Coaching, Health and Social Care, Youth Work.

Holding a First Aid Certificate and Door Supervisors certification or equivalent is desirable.

Experience of working with young people (including 14-19 year olds) and vulnerable adults and those with challenging behaviour is essential. You will have experience of working in Further Education and be able to deliver training in the workplace.

You must have knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults including Prevent and the Equality Act 2010.

It is essential you have experience of working with Microsoft applications, including a working knowledge of databases .

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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Salary: Pro rata of £26,451 - £ 28,907 per annum (i.e. £21,974.68 - £24,015.05)

Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, 36 weeks per year (paid for 43.2 weeks) Monday to Thursday 9:00 to 17:00, Friday 9:00 to 16:30.

We are looking to recruit an exceptional candidate for this high-profile role.