Are you passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging social space for young people? Do you have the confidence to lead a team and support student wellbeing in a vibrant environment? Join us as the Bar Supervisor at the Royal National College for the Blind’s student bar – the social heart of campus life!
About the Role
The student bar is a lively and welcoming space where 30–50 students gather each night to relax, connect, and enjoy activities like karaoke, bingo, discos, and tabletop games. As Bar Supervisor, you’ll ensure the bar runs smoothly and safely, while also playing a key role in supporting students’ understanding of alcohol and promoting positive wellbeing.
When students are not on Campus, the venue is used for external events and residential bookings, some of these events require the Bar to be open and as such would be organized directly with the Centre Manager
Key Responsibilities
· Supervising the bar during opening hours (3 evenings per week, including Saturdays)
· Leading and supporting a small team of staff and volunteers
· Ensuring the safeguarding and wellbeing of students in a potentially vulnerable environment
· Managing alcohol sales responsibly, in line with licensing laws and college policies (students aged 16–25)
· Supporting students in developing a healthy understanding of alcohol use
· Creating a safe, friendly, and inclusive space for all students
· Helping to plan and run regular themed events and social activities
· Stock ordering, handling stock control, cash management, and basic reporting
What We’re Looking For
· Experience in a bar or hospitality setting (supervisory experience preferred)
· Strong awareness of safeguarding practices and a commitment to student welfare
· Confident in managing alcohol service and enforcing age restrictions
· Friendly, approachable, and organised
· Comfortable working in a diverse and inclusive environment
· Enthusiastic about student engagement and wellbeing
Desirable
· Experience working with people with visual impairments or additional needs
· Personal License, First Aid or safeguarding training (or willingness to complete training)
· Knowledge of alcohol awareness and harm reduction approaches
Hours
3 evenings per week (including Saturdays)
To view the job description and apply please go to Job opportunities (rnc.ac.uk)
RNC is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
Eligibility to work in the UK is required.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.39 per hour
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
