Student Liaison Officer

Full time, term time only (plus 2 weeks)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the drive to foster a positive and safe environment where students can thrive? If so, KGV Sixth Form College offers an exciting opportunity to join our team as Student Liaison Officer.

In this key role, you will be at the heart of our college community, working closely with students to ensure they meet the highest standards of behaviour. You will be expected to maintain a highly visible and approachable presence throughout the campus, with a particular focus on safeguarding the wellbeing of all students.  Whether inside or outside the classroom, you’ll build strong, positive relationships with students, serving as a role model and guiding them to uphold these standards.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is approachable yet firm, a person who can connect with students while maintaining fairness and upholding our core values. You should have recent experience working with young people aged 16-19 in an advisory, guidance, or pastoral capacity. A strong commitment to supporting young people and a deep understanding of the challenges they face is crucial, as is the ability to motivate and inspire students with diverse abilities and needs.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with an awareness of safeguarding practices and the ability to take a key role in promoting the health and welfare of young people.

The benefits of working for King George V College

At King George V College, we value our staff and the contribution that everyone makes to the success of our College. For this reason, we offer fantastic support for all staff and staff development is encouraged throughout all departments. We offer a family friendly environment and support our staff so that they get the best out of their job and their time here. 

Many of the team have been here for many years, growing with us and progressing on to new challenges and roles. With mentoring available for all new starters, a free counselling service for all staff to take advantage of, as well as social activities like our fantastic Christmas celebration, we know that you would relish being part of our team.

Other benefits available include:

• Career average pension scheme
• In-house and external development across the year
• Free eye tests for eligible VDU users
• Free staff social events such as the College Christmas party
• Access to facilities such as free gym use, low-cost beauty therapy and hairdressing salons, Oasis refectory and Clouds Restaurant

For further details and to download an application form, please click the apply button.

Completed applications should be returned via email to personnel@southport.ac.uk. 

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th September 2024 (10:00am).

Interviews will be held within one month of the closing date.

Southport Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records check, with Barred List check if appropriate, through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).