College Community Support Officer

Chichester College Group have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a College Community Support Officer at our Chichester College campus. You will join us on part time, Fixed Term for 1 year basis. In return, we will offer a competitive salary pro rata of £27,785 to £30,364 per annum (i.e. £18,715.88 - £20,453.08).

30 hours per week, 36 weeks per year

The College Community Support Officer role:

Are you a charismatic, determined and confident person who has the ability and skills to engage hard to reach groups and disengaged students as well as to develop and co-ordinate activities that promote social cohesion and integration?

As our College Community Support Officer, you will provide the first response to incidents across the College site, assist Managers or appropriate College staff to adopt a collaborative problem-solving approach to highlighted issues and to implement de-escalation techniques and restorative justice.

It is essential that you hold GCSE maths and English Language, or equivalent, at grade 4/C or above as well as have a Level 3 qualification in relevant subject area, e.g. Coaching, Health and Social Care, Youth Work.

Key Responsibilities of our College Community Support Officer:

• Provide first response to incidents across the College site.
• To be aware of any areas of concern and assist managers or appropriate College staff to adopt a collaborative problem-solving approach to highlighted issues, and to implement de-escalation techniques and restorative justice.
• To liaise with curriculum and support teams where appropriate to provide advice, guidance and holistic support to students and staff.
• To work in partnership with curriculum and support teams; to share information and regularly update to ensure the the safety of our students
• To promote positive behaviour in line with the College s core values, attending referrals when required
• To maintain accurate records and ensure they are entered onto the Safeguarding system in a timely manner and regularly updated

Our ideal College Community Support Officer should have the following skills and experience:

• GCSE Maths and English Language or equivalent at C grade or above
• Microsoft applications, including a working knowledge of databases
• Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults, including Prevent
• Experience of working with young people (including 14-19 year olds) and vulnerable adults
• Experience of working with challenging behaviour
• The ability to deal with sensitive situations and work in a confidential manner

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Apply now to join a fantastic team!

Closing date: 30 March 2026

Interview date: 16 April 2026

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All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.