Mentor, Wellbeing and Enrichment Officer

Capel Manor College is now looking to appoint a Mentor, Wellbeing and Enrichment Officer to join its Student Experience and Support team.

The Mentor & Wellbeing Officer is responsible for providing pastoral support to students to support their personal and social development and independence. They will provide pastoral support and undertake general one-to-one sessions, as and when required, and identify and challenge behaviour deemed outside of the student Code of Conduct. They will also act as Safeguarding Officer in the Safeguarding Team, to provide a responsive safeguarding service to students experiencing welfare and safeguarding issues.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people and be able to build a good rapport with students.  They should have empathy for young people and the ability to understand and relate to the issues affecting them. They should have some understanding and experience of engaging young people with special educational needs and experience of coaching and mentoring them to overcome barriers and realise their full potential. A good understanding of safeguarding practices is also essential.

Qualifications

Benefits

Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment.  As London’s environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land-based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London’s wildlife, national parks and green spaces.  Capel Manor College offers excellent staff benefits.  These include generous annual leave, access to a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP.  For further information on staff benefits, please click here.



At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.



Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members to share and uphold this commitment.



Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence.  We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.



We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list.  Early application is therefore encouraged.