Health and Wellbeing Officer - North Carlton, United Kingdom - Bishop Burton & Riseholme College

Bishop Burton & Riseholme College

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North Carlton, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

ANNUAL SALARY:
£23,396

Full-Time: 37 hrs per week. Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Health and Wellbeing Coordinator at our Riseholme campus to join fast paced and supportive Health and Wellbeing Team.

This role will form part of the wider student services team.

This role, alongside the wider team will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of information, advice and guidance on all aspects of student health and wellbeing.

About You

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

As part of the wider Health & Welfare Team, be responsible for the organisation and delivery of information, advice and guidance on all aspects of student health and welfare.
Organise and deliver group tutorials, training sessions, dropin sessions and health focussed events.
To take an active part in the organisation and delivery of College themed health events.
Assist with developing policies and procedures to ensure the College continues to provide a great service in an appropriate environment.
Supervise the counselling team at Riseholme campus.
Assist in the writing of formal reports on the College Health & Welfare provision.
Coordinate student needs with relevant staff and, where appropriate, parents/guardians or carers.
Transport students to and from healthcare appointments as required.
Develop networks with professional bodies both at regional and national levels which will enable the College to be well informed of current student needs.
Continuously review and develop the Health & Welfare provision to ensure a service that is fit for purpose.
Offer one to one session's with students to allow them to discuss concerns related to their emotional wellbeing.
Work with and refer to external services and signpost students to promote resilience and independence.
Take part in all staff College events such as Lambing Sunday & Open events.

Benefits:

Excellent rural work environment
25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme this is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions.
Retail discounts
Optional health cash plan
Dedicated Health and Wellbeing Calendar
Development Opportunities
Free car parking
Onsite catering facilities
Discounted gym membership at the onsite gym
Strong College Values such as Striving for Excellence and 'Can do' Attitude

Essential Criteria

Relevant qualification in health, wellbeing or welfare related areas.
GCSE English at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
Experience of working with young adults, preferably in an education setting
Experience of supporting people in crisis
Experience of working within a team and autonomously
Experience of attending multi agency meetings to share feedback and set actions.
Safeguarding knowledge
Excellent IT skills using Microsoft packages
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
Good awareness of local and national support agencies
Able to form & maintain appropriate relationships & personal boundaries with young people
Ability to attend collect and monitor data
Ability to effectively manage time, prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Ability to make demonstrate clear decision making
Flexible approach to working.
Ability to remain calm and resilient when supporting people who are in crisis
Motivation to work with children & young people facing emotional, physical and behavioural difficulties
Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours & appropriate attitudes to use of authority & maintaining discipline
Ability to inspire and motivate others
Fit for the duties of the post
DBS check carried out on appointment
Mental health in young adults