Student Community Development Officer

Student Community Development Officer

Full-Time 31500 - 38500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Enhance student experience through engaging activities and support personal development.
  • Company: Dynamic Further Education College in West Yorkshire.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a chance to make a real impact.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team focused on equality, diversity, and student wellbeing.
  • Why this job: Be the voice of students and help shape their college journey.
  • Qualifications: Experience with young people and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 Β£ per year.

  • Role: Student Community Development Officer
  • Type: Fixed term contract (until July 2027) - Full Time or Part time

Eden Brown Education is recruiting for a Student Community Development Officer on behalf of a Further Education College in West Yorkshire.

This is a fixed term contract until July 2027, 40 weeks per year, 37 hours or 18.5 hours per week.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and student-focused individual to help enhance the student experience through the delivery of engaging enrichment, personal development and student voice activities.

Working closely with students and colleagues across the college, you will develop and coordinate a varied programme of enrichment activities, social action projects, wellbeing initiatives and Students Union activities.

You will play a key role in promoting student engagement, supporting personal development and helping students build the skills and confidence needed for future success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, organise and deliver a wide range of enrichment and personal development activities.
  • Support and develop Students Union initiatives, student-led groups and campaigns.
  • Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, wellbeing and positive student engagement.
  • Coordinate volunteering, social action and community projects.
  • Track participation and engagement data, producing reports and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Work with internal teams and external organisations to enhance opportunities for students.
  • Support student voice activities and gather feedback to continually improve the student experience.
  • Assist with college events, enrolment activities and open evenings.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Experience working with young people in an education, youth work, community or support setting.
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and the barriers facing young people.
  • Experience planning and delivering engaging activities, events or projects.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • The ability to motivate, inspire and engage learners from diverse backgrounds.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and databases.
  • A proactive and creative approach to supporting student development and participation.
  • Candidates must have a current DBS

If this role could be of interest to you please contact Callum Boyle on (phone number removed) or

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Student Community Development Officer employer: Eden Brown Synergy

Gateshead Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. As part of the Independent Living Service, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to quality assurance, this role provides a rewarding environment for professional growth in a vibrant local authority setting.

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Contact Details:

Eden Brown Synergy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Student Community Development Officer

Experience working with young people
Understanding of safeguarding and wellbeing
Planning and delivering activities
Excellent communication skills
Relationship-building skills
Motivating and inspiring learners
Organisational skills