Student Engagement Officer (FTC)

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chelmsford seeks a passionate individual to drive student engagement initiatives and enhance the learner experience. The role involves leading student events, fostering collaboration, and implementing innovative strategies for inclusion. Ideal candidates will be bold innovators and strategic thinkers, eager to empower students and shape the college culture. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment with numerous opportunities for professional growth. Competitive pay range is available as well as several employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual Staff Awards

CPD days

Free onsite parking

Hybrid Working available

Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7

Qualifications

• A bold innovator with a collaborative spirit.
• A strategic thinker who thrives on relationships and creativity.
• Ready for the next step toward leading culture and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead student-led events, societies, and campaigns.
• Implement student voice forums and ambassador programs.
• Collaborate across teams for student engagement.
• Utilize data strategies to boost inclusion.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Collaborative spirit

Strategic impact

Relationship building

Job description

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Job Ref No. ECC0-446 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £27,377

Position Start Date: 02/02/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE HEAD TO THE USP COLLEGE WEBSITE

Reference No: SR2090

Location: Cross Campus

Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year

Contract: Fixed term contract

Build a Positive Student Experience & Lead Engagement

Be the Pulse of the College.

Are you passionate about empowering learners, driving innovation, and building vibrant student communities? This isn't just a job—it’s your chance to spark change.

We're on the hunt for a dynamic bridge-builder who can shape the future of student engagement. From social action campaigns to co-created societies, you'll lead initiatives that make students feel connected, valued, and heard.

What You'll Be Leading

• Student-led events, societies, and campaigns
• Student voice forums, digital feedback loops, and ambassador programs
• Cross-college collaboration with curriculum, safeguarding, careers, and well-being teams for example
• Smart data strategies to target disengagement and boost inclusion

What You'll Inspire

• Strategic impact on retention and satisfaction
• Futures-focused enrichment beyond the classroom
• Innovation through tech, content creation, and community building

Who You Are

• A bold innovator with a collaborative spirit
• A strategic thinker who thrives on relationships and creativity
• Ready for the next step toward leading culture and change

This is more than enrichment. It's empowerment. It's co-creation. It's transformation.

Come help shape a college where students don't just participate—they lead.

Why choose us?

Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
• Annual Staff Awards
• CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching
• Free onsite parking
• Staff appreciation days
• Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant
• Electric Vehicle Scheme*
• Discounted gym membership
• Hybrid Working available
• Fully immersive teaching rooms allow simultaneous online teaching at multiple locations
• Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance

* subject to terms & conditions

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.