Job Description
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We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and versatile individual to lead in the pastoral support and wellbeing of our learners, whilst providing effective line management for a multi-disciplinary team.
Working closely with the Head of Learner Safeguarding and Wellbeing our successful candidate will bring with them the leadership skills to develop the team with clear vision and purpose. They will be able to foster excellent working relationships with a variety of stakeholders and contacts both within the college and external agencies, contributing towards the whole college Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy and supporting the Life Skills Curriculum.
The post holder will be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), have experience in supporting young adults and be able to demonstrate the emotional resilience required to deal with difficult and challenging learner issues and manage the impact of such cases; including the ability to stay calm, focussed and professional at all times.
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Information about the School
Chelmsford College Group
Chelmsford College has a wide range of opportunities for about 450 full and part time employees making us one of the largest employers in Chelmsford.
At Chelmsford College, we put the learner at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share these values. Our commitments to our learners are reflected in the breadth of employment opportunities we offer.
Whether you are an experienced teacher, or possess good vocational qualifications and experience in industry and are considering either full time or part time teaching in further education, we would be pleased to hear from you.
We also have opportunities in a wide range of learning and business support activities such as student support, learning technologies, technician roles, IT support, finance, estates, human resources and staff development, student admissions, and general administration.
Chelmsford College offers exceptional personal and professional development opportunities. Other benefits include final salary pension schemes, competitive salary and annual leave arrangements, on site sports & fitness centre, free courses, staff discounts arranged with local retailers and highly flexible working arrangements for many of our positions.