Student Engagement Officer

As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as a Student Engagement Officer?

This role is full-time, working 37 hours per week.

Day to day duties of the role

Supporting, promoting, and increasing engagement with the Student Union and cross college enrichment activities which incorporate Active Weston. This includes improving student and apprentices' ability to access activities and all opportunities are effectively promoted.
Act as a student contact point for information, advice, and guidance relating to all student enrichment and Students' Union related matters.
Providing an extensive range of enrichment and wider opportunities for students to be actively involved in all aspects of college life and the wider community, including the college fundraising week where money is raised for charity.
Organising and running activities at the commencement of the academic year including Fresher's Week and enrollment, aiding the smooth transition of students into their studies at Weston College.

Experience of successfully engaging with young people and organising events / activities through a voluntary and / or paid role.
Ability to maintain an independent viewpoint, on behalf of the student body.
Reliable and committed to educational enhancement and Quality Assurance.
Setting and achieving high standards for yourself., Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Generous holiday entitlement
2-week Christmas closure
Potential for hybrid working opportunities
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking across sites
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeing
Wellbeing@weston hub
Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Annual staff conference with guest speakers
Employee assistance programme - available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.