0.4 Welfare Officer

Warrington &Vale Royal; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a 0.4 Welfare Officer responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of learners and apprentices. The role includes maintaining safeguarding logs and collaborating with the Safeguarding team, while providing support and referrals for learners. Candidates should possess at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above and a Level 3 qualification, along with knowledge of safeguarding principles. The position offers a generous leave entitlement and a commitment to flexible working.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Employee benefits package

Free on-site parking

Full programme of training and mentoring

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness.
• Relevant training in safeguarding and mental health is expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate and comprehensive safeguarding log.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Safeguarding team.
• Deliver a front-line service to support learner wellbeing.

Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding principles

Mental health awareness

Strong work ethic

Resilience and positivity

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a 0.4 Welfare Officer responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all learners and apprentices, supporting the college- wide Safeguarding and Prevent strategies.

Key responsibilities for this role include: maintaining an accurate and comprehensive safeguarding log, working collaboratively as part of the Safeguarding team, delivering a front-line service to support learner wellbeing, and providing appropriate signposting and referrals where necessary.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:

• Generous annual leave entitlement (48 days for support staff, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro rata for part time)
• Employee benefits package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Full programme of training and mentoring
• Induction programme and buddy scheme
• Flexible working, where appropriate

Where appropriate we will consider flexible working options, such as part time or job share. Please include details of any requests in your supporting statement, and we would be happy to discuss this further at interview.

In November 2024 the college was officially commended as ‘Good with outstanding features’ by Ofsted. Our mission is ‘Inclusion, realising potential; transforming lives’. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.

In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates ‘a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people’.

Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

Suitable candidates will hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths and English, and hold a Level 3 qualification. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding principles and mental health awareness, or have successfully completed relevant training in these areas.

For further information please refer to the attached job description, or if you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact us.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/Children’s barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.

Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.

The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford.

Please note, an application must be completed via FE jobs, as we cannot accept CVs as applications for employment. Agency CVs will not be accepted for this post.

This post closes on Sunday 4th January; interviews are to be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested in this post please submit your application as soon as possible.