SEN & SEMH Student Advisor and Safeguarding Officer

Oaklands College

  • St Albans
  • £29,603-32,331 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Student Advisor & Safeguarding Officer to join our inclusive college community.In this vital role, you'll work across both mainstream and our specialist LIFE (Learning for Independence & Future Employment) provision, supporting students with SEN, SEMH, and EHCPs. You'll play a key part in ensuring students' individual needs are recognised, supported, and met - empowering them to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.You'll provide early help, advice, and safeguarding support on issues such as mental health, family conflict, housing, and wellbeing - not only to students, but to families and carers too. Your work will directly contribute to preparing learners for independent living and employment.You'll bring experience and empathy, as well as a strong understanding of safeguarding, mental health, and the support systems available to vulnerable young people. If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a supportive, student-focused team - we want to hear from you!Join us and help shape brighter futures.
Apply now to start your journey.Is this you?
  • Demonstrable knowledge of the principles involved in giving advice and guidance to children/young people/adults in need, including the place of confidentiality.
  • Understanding of the continuum of need for all student local authorities ensuring full awareness of thresholds of children and adult services.
  • Knowledge of the responsibilities of agencies towards vulnerable people such as Children Services, 0-25 Team and Adult Care Services.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of the range of additional support / agencies which can be of assistance to vulnerable students and families
  • Case management responsibilities of safeguarding cases for students with EHCP's, SEMH and SEN.
Here's what you can look forward to:
  • Generous holiday allowance - 30 days pro rota plus bank holidays.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions.
  • Free access to our on-site gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply).
  • Financial wellbeing support, including savings on beauty treatments, Lambing Weekend, our on-site zoo, travel via the UNO Bus Scheme, and more.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme, promoting active travel and healthy living.
  • Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities.
  • Staff Development Days & Awards, celebrating your achievements and recognising your impact.
  • Mental Health & Wellbeing Support, including confidential resources and guidance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, offering advice and support 24/7.
  • Mental Health Peer Supporters, for when you just need someone to talk to.
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