Job Description

Wellbeing Support Worker
20,978 to 24,870 per annum, based on FTE of 23,810 - 28,227
(Dependent on experience & qualifications)
37.5 hours per week, term time only (days or evenings)
Fixed Term until 28th June 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Wellbeing Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Hartpury. In this vital student-facing role, you will support the personal and social development of students, particularly those experiencing behavioural, emotional, or social difficulties. You will also play a key role in promoting student wellbeing, delivering early interventions, and supporting student retention and achievement.
You will:

• Provide one-to-one and group support for students.
• Organise and promote wellbeing events and initiatives.
• Act as a key contact for students on wellbeing and safeguarding matters.
• Monitor and report on student attendance and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to ensure holistic support.

About You
You will have:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C) including Maths and English.
• Previous experience supporting young people in a pastoral or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and listening skills, with a high level of empathy and discretion.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and residential student life.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working in a multi-agency setting would be advantageous.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 27th July 2025.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 5th August 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.