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West London College
Location
London, Greater London
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Full Time
Contract Length
24 months
Salary
£40,853 – £42,239
Posted
1st December 2025
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
15th December :59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
Job Reference
PRF 0667
Hours: Full-Time (36 hours)
Contract: Fixed Term – 2 Years (12 January 2026 – 11 January 2028)
Salary: £40,853 – £42,239
Location: Cross-Campus
Reporting to: Head of Safeguarding
About us
At West London College, we are committed to championing innovation, inclusivity and wellbeing across all areas of our community. We welcome applicants who share our values of Ambition, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation and Inclusion.
With three campuses across Ealing, Hammersmith and Southall, we offer a vibrant and diverse working environment where your skills and expertise can make a meaningful difference to the lives and futures of our learners. As one of the most diverse colleges in the UK, we provide an exciting, supportive and forward-thinking space for professional growth.
For more information about the College, please visit our website.
About the role
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Specialist Mental Health and Wellbeing Mentor to enhance our whole-college approach to mental health. In this pivotal role, you will provide early intervention, targeted support and wellbeing guidance to our learners, while contributing to staff development and supporting the delivery of the Youth Trailblazer Programme.
You will work closely with students aged 16–25, offering 1:1 and group interventions, completing holistic assessments and providing support for those experiencing emotional distress or mental health challenges. In addition, you will deliver staff training, contribute to safeguarding processes and act as a key liaison between the College and external mental health services.
This post requires an experienced practitioner with strong leadership qualities and a passion for embedding trauma-informed, inclusive and preventative practice across Further Education.
Key Responsibilities
Student Mental Health Support
Manage a caseload of learners requiring targeted intervention.
Deliver 1:1 and group wellbeing sessions using evidence-based approaches.
Conduct holistic and risk assessments, including suicide and self-harm concerns.
Create and review wellbeing support plans in collaboration with students and staff.
Provide crisis support and de-escalation where required.
Help students build resilience, coping strategies and positive mental health habits.
Support transitions for vulnerable and SEND learners.
Staff Support & CPD
Deliver mental health awareness training and CPD.
Offer professional guidance on managing student mental health needs.
Support staff wellbeing through advice, resources and signposting.
Contribute to staff mental health toolkits and resources.
Promote psychologically safe learning environments across college spaces.
Safeguarding & Multi-Agency Work
Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and team.
Attend multi-agency meetings including TAC/TAF and case conferences.
Liaise with CAMHS, NHS services, GPs, social care and voluntary organisations.
Support referrals and monitor outcomes.
Ensure compliance with safeguarding, mental health protocols and GDPR.
Strategic & Development Work
Support the delivery of the College\’s mental health strategy.
Contribute to evaluation of the Youth Trailblazer programme.
Support wellbeing campaigns, events and service improvement initiatives.
Contribute to quality assurance processes and reflective practice.
Leadership & Mentoring
Provide advice to junior wellbeing staff.
Support student ambassadors and peer support programmes.
Participate in supervision and reflective practice forums.
What we offer
We value our staff and are committed to supporting their wellbeing and professional development. As a member of the support team, you will receive:
Excellent holiday allowance, plus
Contact Detail:
Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Recruiting Team
