Student Safety Engagement Officer

We are looking for:

Student Safety Engagement Officer

£24,484 – £25,674

Fixed term 12 month contract from September 2025
(with possibility of permanent)

Oldham College is seeking a dedicated and motivated Student Safety Engagement Officer to join our vibrant Student Services team. This role is essential in ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of our learners, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage student behaviour and de-escalate challenging situations, ensuring a safe and positive environment.
• Engage with students to identify support needs and build constructive relationships to promote well-being and full participation in college activities.
• Conduct safety and security protocols, including ID card checks, monitoring CCTV, stop and search procedures, and ensuring the safety of the college premises.
• Support safeguarding and health & safety protocols, including assisting with first aid and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with the Student Safety Engagement team to maintain a safe and inclusive campus environment for all.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven ability to handle challenging situations and manage behaviour effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach to student engagement.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).
• Experience in monitoring security systems (CCTV) is a plus.

If you are passionate about student safety and well-being, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we invite you to apply!

Joining our Journey:

When you join our college, not only will you benefit from an annual reviewed salary but have access to numerous benefits and facilities:

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Fantastic Staff Benefits and Rewards platform
• Very generous holiday entitlement
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provision
• Staff Development days/week (Jan, July, Aug)
• Free confidential counselling service
• Staff recognition awards
• Car Scheme
• Subsidised car parking
• On-site Day Nursery
• On-site hair and beauty salon

Our ambition is to be The Best Place to Learn and Work. We expect a lot from you, so we want ambitious, open minded candidates, who are ready to give their best. But we give a lot in return, from training to pensions, our own benefits package, and one of the best and most helpful group of colleagues you could ever wish to meet.

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable laws, a pre-employment screening could include, employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the role.

Oldham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Any appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and a check of the DfE Barred List

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and vulnerable adults.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and vulnerable adults.

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