Job Description

\xc2\xa323,594 per annum (plus an overnight shift allowance of \xc2\xa32,500 per annum)

40 hours per week

Permanent

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK\xe2\x80\x99s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community \xe2\x80\x93 a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .

About the Role

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for our residential students.
• Provide a visible presence on campus and deal with incidents in a sensitive, empathic and supportive manner.
• Enhance the experience of students in residential halls, developing a sense of community and providing first level pastoral and wellbeing care for students.
• Form trusted relationships with our students, supporting them whilst also setting boundaries.
• Whilst the main focus of this role is student related, Residential Support Officers (nights) are responsible for the safety and security of the Hartpury estate, property and people.
• Working an average of 40 hours per week on a rolling rota basis of four nights on, four nights off. Hours will be on a shift pattern of 19.00 \xe2\x80\x93 06.00 or 22.00-09.00 with flexibility to cover either shift pattern if necessary.

About You

• Experience of working within a similar role.
• Passion and drive to promote independence and wellbeing support to our residential students.
• Be adaptable and able to work under pressure.
• Demonstrate patience and resilience within a challenging and rewarding environment.
• Ideally qualified in a residential support/health or social care qualification or equivalent.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• An overnight shift allowance of \xc2\xa32,500 per annum
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days following successful completion of your probation period
• Monthly meal allowance to use in the onsite catering facilities
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 3rd September 2023

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hartpury University and College