Wellbeing Officer

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 08/04/2026

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Peterborough

Province Cambridgeshire

Postal Code PE1

1 month contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• The Wellbeing Officer plays a critical role in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of young people and vulnerable learners across Study Programmes, 14-19 projects, and apprenticeships. The role focuses on developing constructive relationships with learners, providing timely emotional and practical support, and working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to improve learner outcomes, safety, engagement, and progression.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Prioritise the health, wellbeing, and safety of children and vulnerable adults, including supporting learners in crisis situations
• Manage safeguarding responsibilities as a Designated Person, maintaining accurate records and liaising with partner safeguarding leads
• Support learners with out of hours safeguarding needs where required
• Undertake risk assessments and ensure safe ways of working are identified for individual learners
• Administer and manage medication and personal care in line with policies and individual care plans

Essential Experience Required

• Experience working with young people who have social, emotional, or behavioural needs
• Experience supporting learners in crisis situations