Job Description

Wellbeing Officer

\xc2\xa320,044 per annum, based on an FTE \xc2\xa326,000 per annum, pro rata

37.5 hours per week

Term Time only contract of 35 weeks per year

Fixed Term until June 2024

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

• You will form part of the dynamic and fast paced wellbeing team, supporting all students at Hartpury with their emotional wellbeing as well as supporting them in developing life skills.
• Together with your team, you will be responsible for ensuring there are a range of opportunities available for Hartpury students which promote their health and wellbeing, including supporting Hartpury\xe2\x80\x99s annual WellFest event and other events within the student community.
• You will act as a first point of contact for students regarding wellbeing and, in some cases, safeguarding matters.
• You will support students with Behaviour, Emotional and Social difficulties; working with other professionals in the college to create a Positive Behaviour Support Plan/ Care Plan/risk assessment with appropriate ongoing support.
• You will support the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure all staff and students are aware and kept up to date on Hartpury\xe2\x80\x99s Child Protection and Safeguarding Procedures.
• You will hold a case load of students that you support appropriately regularly whilst also hosting daily drop-in sessions in Hartpury\xe2\x80\x99s wellbeing centre and throughout the campus.

About You

• You will hold a Level 3 Safeguarding qualification or be willing to work towards it.
• It would be advantageous to hold a Level 3 Youth Support IAG qualification.
• You will have experience of working in a one to one or small group capacity with young people behaviour, emotional and social difficulties.
• You will have the ability to work flexibly and work effectively as part of a team.
• You will be emotionally resilient and able to prioritise different needs appropriately.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• 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 Sunday 13th August 2023

Interviews will be held on Thursday 24th August 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 Hartpury College