At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and staff with bus services and promote community engagement.
- Company: Dynamic college fostering personal growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements available to support your lifestyle.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enhancing community cohesion.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and knowledge of Microsoft applications required.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
You will be the point of contact and link for the Brinsbury buses in connection with Compass Bus Company. You will also be a point of contact for students and staff with queries relating to the buses at Brinsbury. This would include dealing with incidents, contact with Compass and requesting new or replacement bus passes.
We are looking for a charismatic, determined and confident person who has the ability and skills to engage hard to reach groups and disengaged learners as well as to develop and co-ordinate activities that promote social cohesion and integration.
As our College Community Support Officer, you will:
- Provide a familiar, visible, consistent and accessible presence for students, staff and visitors across the College site and be a focal point in relation to their personal safety, wellbeing, supervision and security.
- Be the point of contact for all enquiries relating to the Brinsbury Bus Service via Compass.
- Become an integral part of the Student Safeguarding and Wellbeing team encouraging increased community confidence and cohesion.
- Work with teams across the College site including the 14-16 provision, Foundation Programmes and the wider Pastoral team.
What we can offer you in this role:
- A diverse student body, positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences.
- An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
- We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements.
What you will bring to the role:
- Experience of working with young people (including 14-19 year olds) and vulnerable adults.
- Experience delivering training in the workplace.
- Microsoft applications, including a working knowledge of databases.
- GCSE Maths and English Language or equivalent at grade C/4 or above.
Our Staff Benefits:
- Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.
- Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
College Community Support Officer employer: Brinsbury College
Brinsbury College is an exceptional employer for those passionate about horticulture, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development, staff have access to numerous growth opportunities and resources to enhance their teaching skills. Located in a picturesque setting, the college provides a unique environment where educators can inspire the next generation of horticulturists while enjoying a supportive community.
