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Job profile for Engagement and Transitions Officer
Engagement and Transitions Officer
location_on Weston-super-Mare 15/11/2026
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary £27k - £30k p.a. Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time (AYR) Region North Somerset Job category/type Business support Date posted 29/10/2026 Job reference WREQ6021 Attachments attachment Job Description - Engagement and Transitions Officer.pdf attachment Applicant Information.pdf attachment Staff Benefits.pdf
Job description
The college is seeking to appoint an Engagement and Transitions Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting young people who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) to successfully re-engage with education, training, and employment pathways.
This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Interviews for this role will take place on-site, at one of our college campuses in Weston-super-Mare.
Day to day duties
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with external partners including DWP, local councils, youth services, and community organisations.
- Proactively engaging NEET young people through targeted outreach approaches, including community-based activity, events and partnership-led initiatives.
- Representing the College at multi-agency meetings and local forums to promote provision and strengthen referral pathways.
- Generating and managing a pipeline of referrals into NEET provision, supporting individuals from initial enquiry through to enrolment.
Required skills and qualifications
- A relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience.
- Experience working with young people, particularly those who are disengaged or NEET.
- Experience working with external partners or community organisations.
- Understanding of barriers to participation and strategies to support re-engagement.
For full details about the role and its responsibilities, please view the job description and person specification attached above.
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We value equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants who require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact or .
Please note: this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications.
Engagement and Transitions Officer employer: WESTON COLLEGE
Weston College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a unique Teacher Training Internship that not only provides a salary but also funds your Masters degree and teaching qualification. Located at the South West Skills Campus in Weston-super-Mare, you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to nurturing the next generation of educators, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community while embarking on a rewarding teaching career.
