Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive, student-focused Welfare Coordinator to join the Student Welfare Team at The Henley College. In this key pastoral role, you will support the development of a positive attendance culture by working directly with students to promote engagement and ensure their behaviour upholds the College HEART expectations.

You will play an important part in the student disciplinary process related to attendance, acting as a consistent presence on campus and providing early intervention and structured support. By fostering positive relationships and helping students understand the impact of attendance on their academic success, you will help ensure that every learner can thrive. This role requires a trauma-informed and solution-focused approach to effectively support students.

We prioritise creating an emotionally safe environment for all students, ensuring they feel valued and supported. Our work is deeply embedded with the principles of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, ensuring that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children are at the HEART of everything we do. We are committed to acting in the best interest of our students, ensuring their well-being and success are at the forefront of our efforts. Additionally, we actively incorporate student voice into our processes, ensuring that their perspectives and feedback are heard and valued.

This role is ideal for someone committed to student advocacy with excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to support and challenge in equal measure.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a confident and compassionate individual with the ability to engage effectively with young people and support them in overcoming barriers to attendance. The ideal candidate will have:

The ability to work constructively with students to support positive behaviours Confidence in managing or contributing to disciplinary procedures relating to attendance Strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail The ability to work flexibly and as part of a team within a busy college environment A professional and approachable communication style,with students, staff and parents/carers A willingness to use online systems to record student interactions and attendance-related activity A trauma-informed and solution-focused mindset to support students effectively

About Us - The Henley College

The Henley College is a leading sixth form college, serving young people and adult learners from across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Located in the heart of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with around 250 dedicated staff, committed to achieving educational excellence. Our values - High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork (HEART) - are central to everything we do.

As part of our team in this role, you will benefit from:

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Free onsite gym 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre Free car parking and good public transport links On-site cafes 5-minute walk from the beautiful market town of Henley-on-Thames, on the banks of the River Thames 24/7 support for your physical, mental, and financial health through our EAP provider We actively support our staff with continuing professional development
Location: Henley-on-Thames

Salary: 29,889.00 pro rated to 27,145.94 pa

Contract Type: Permanent, 37 hours a week, 41 weeks a year

The Henley College is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

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Safeguarding Statement

The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Quote from Ofsted Report

"The Welfare team at The Henley College is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health and safety of our students. Their proactive and compassionate approach ensures that every student feels supported and valued."

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,145.94 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person