Student Community Development Officer

Job Title: Student Community Development Officer

Salary: £15,294 – £16,140

Location: Waterfront, Huddersfield

Hours and Weeks per Year: 22.5 hours / 40 weeks

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you\’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. We\’re already a successful college, but we\’re continually striving to be better and do better – be part of our story!

In the role of Student Community Development Officer you\’ll predominantly be based at Huddersfield and your focus will be on developing and delivering an appropriate, relevant and student responsive programme of cross college enrichment and character education that is accessible to all students.

Responsibilities

• Devise, plan and implement a calendar of engaging, student responsive enrichment activities.
• Provide regular cross-college reports that illustrate engagement with activities.
• Coordinate student groups to take part in cross-college collaborative initiatives.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE English and Maths at grade A‑C or equivalent). Demonstrable experience in working with young people in an educational or youth work capacity.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate, enthuse and empathise with students / young people.
• Demonstrate the College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Benefits & Development

Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You\’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

Employment Notes

Term time only staff who start mid year will have their initial salary payments calculated based on actual weeks worked and the number of pay dates between the beginning of employment and the end of the academic year.

Application

Closing Date: 20th February 2026 (We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)

Proposed Interview Date: TBC

If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact and check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individual\’s sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work‑life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre‑employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.

We believe in supporting and challenging one another within a culture that values education.