Welfare officer Work, Jobs in Girton, Cam (with Salaries)

Welfare Officer
Barracudas —Huntingdon
- £559.79 - £680.83 a week
- Seasonal
- Childcare
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
Attendance Officer
Ernulf Academy —St. Neots
- £31,022 - £33,143 a year
- English
- Continuous improvement
- School
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Resource Officer
Cambridgeshire Constabulary —Huntingdon
- £30,333 - £32,613 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Prisoner Custody Officer
Serco Plc —Cambridge
- £27,220 - £30,172 a year
- Full-time
- Conflict management
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Employee assistance programme
Attendance Monitoring Officer (term time only)
Cambridge Regional College —Cambridge
- £21,355 - £21,890 a year
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Data entry
- IT
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Tutorial and Admissions Administrative Officer
Downing College —Cambridge
- £36,284 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Outlook
- Databases
- Continuous improvement
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HR Administrator
Hills Road Sixth Form college —Cambridge
- Up to £26,818 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Human resources
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
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Commissioning Officer (Children and Families)
Cambridgeshire County Council —Huntingdon
- £37,280 - £39,152 a year
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Children and Young Peoples' Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ChISVA)
Cambridge Rape Crisis Centre —Cambridge
- £28,505 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Exam Invigilator
Cottenham Village College —Cambridge
- £13.09 an hour
- Part-time
- School
Site Officer
Meridian Trust —Ely
- £16,055 - £17,390 a year
- Part-time
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Electrical experience
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
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Pastoral Officer
Unity Schools Partnership —Newmarket
- £25,105 - £28,178 a year
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- School
Aviation Security Officer, Stansted Airport
Unifi —Stansted
- £13.62 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Inclusion & Community Events Coordinator
Safe Soulmates CIC —Cambridge
- £28,000 - £30,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Budgeting
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
Quick apply
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Student Liaison Officer
Cambridge Regional College —Huntingdon
- £24,358 - £29,917 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Schools & Colleges Engagement Officer (HE Recruitment)
Anglia Ruskin University —Cambridge
- £31,236 - £36,636 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
Education & Engagement Officer
Hamerton Zoo Park —Huntingdon
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Social media management
- Customer service
- Experience working with children
Quick apply
Practice Auditor - fixed-term for two years
Cambridgeshire County Council —Huntingdon
- £34,434 - £36,363 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Senior Commissioning Officer (Children and Families)
Cambridgeshire County Council —Huntingdon
- £41,958 - £44,822 a year
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Low Income Family Tracker Project Support Officer
Huntingdonshire District Council —Huntingdon
- £26,316 - £27,120 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- School
- Flexitime
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Welfare Officer

Barracudas -
Huntingdon

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Job details

Seasonal | Fixed term contract
£559.79 - £680.83 a week

Qualifications

Safeguarding Certification
Childcare
Supervising experience
Swimming
Paediatric First Aid Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

Welfare Officer Job Description

Work Hours: 08:30 – 18:00, Monday- Friday (Total hours will not exceed 45 hours per week)
Contract Type: Seasonal Fixed term
Salary: £559.79 – £680.83 salary per week (dependant on age, experience, qualifications and camp size)
(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).

Reportable to: Camp Manager, Area Manager and Central Office

Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff
to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and
procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe and
protective environment for call children and young people.

About Us
Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build
confidence, develop new skills and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+
camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama
and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels
supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Purpose
The Welfare Officer is responsible for supporting the emotional, behavioural and safeguarding
needs of children at camp. They work closely with the Senior Team to ensure children feel safe,
supported and included, while guiding staff in behaviour management, welfare procedures and
SEND support. Through strong communication, pastoral care and proactive oversight, the Welfare
Officer helps maintain a positive, nurturing and safe environment for all children.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Daily Operations

Support and/or deliver Induction Training and assist with Set Up Days to ensure camp is fully

prepared.

Spend time in groups to understand dynamics and ensure children receive active supervision

and support throughout the day, including breaks and lunchtimes.

Get to know children as individuals, incorporating their interests into their camp experience.

Carry out general observations around camp to ensure welfare standards are consistently met.

Safeguarding & Welfare

Act as the Designated Person (DP) for Safeguarding, responding to child protection concerns

and working alongside the Camp Manager/Early Years Manager.

Oversee action plans relating to behavioural challenges, safeguarding concerns and general

welfare needs.

Ensure relevant child information (child notes) is shared with appropriate staff ahead of camp.

Communicate with parents and Central Office regarding SEND needs, behavioural concerns or

welfare issues.

Support staff in understanding and meeting children’s medical, dietary and additional needs.

Ensure medication is administered safely and documentation is completed accurately.

This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. A successful applicant will be
required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the children's barred list. Applicants are
not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are considered "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions)
order 1975 (amended in 2013 & 2020). This information will not be taken into account. Guidance on protected convictions and cautions is
available from the Ministry of Justice.

Behaviour Management & Staff Support

Implement and model effective behaviour management strategies to support staff in their daily

practice.

Provide guidance to staff on managing challenging behaviour and promoting positive

interactions.

Assist with staff disciplinaries during the operating season when required.

Contribute to end-of-season performance evaluations for staff members.

Health & Safety

Enforce Health & Safety procedures, ensuring safe systems of work are followed at all times.

Complete required paperwork, including high-risk activity forms.

Be proactive and diligent in identifying and addressing safety concerns.

Parent & Stakeholder Communication

Liaise professionally with parents and guardians, providing feedback and addressing concerns,

including complaint handling in collaboration with Central Office.

Communicate regularly with Area Managers and Central Office regarding welfare, safeguarding

and SEND matters.

Administration & Other

Prepare for Induction Training using relevant manuals and resources.

Ensure site and base rooms are tidy, hazard-free and well-organised.

Support additional camp activities, including Skills Builder sessions (where required) and

swimming sessions – you’ll need to bring swimwear, and a spare t-shirt will be available at
camp.

Carry out additional duties as required in line with camp needs and organisational objectives.

Requirements

Essentials

Experience working in childcare, education, holiday camps or similar settings.

Experience or qualification in pastoral support, welfare, behaviour management or SEND.

Strong communication, empathy and problem-solving skills.

Confidence supporting staff and managing sensitive welfare or behavioural situations.

Desirables

Experience supporting children with SEND or behavioural needs.

Experience supervising staff.

Paediatric First Aid qualification

Safeguarding training or certificate.

Experience working in a fast-paced childcare or activity environment.

Employment in this role is subject to completing all pre-employment requirements, including being
aged 18 or over by the start date, providing proof of eligibility to work in the UK, supplying
satisfactory references and holding or obtaining an Enhanced DBS check. All Senior staff must
complete mandatory training, including online modules, an in-person Induction Training Day and
any additional role-specific briefings delivered by Central Office

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Attendance Officer

Resource Officer

Prisoner Custody Officer

Attendance Monitoring Officer (term time only)

Tutorial and Admissions Administrative Officer

HR Administrator

Commissioning Officer (Children and Families)

Children and Young Peoples' Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ChISVA)

Exam Invigilator

Site Officer

Pastoral Officer

Aviation Security Officer, Stansted Airport

Inclusion & Community Events Coordinator

Student Liaison Officer

Schools & Colleges Engagement Officer (HE Recruitment)

Education & Engagement Officer

Practice Auditor - fixed-term for two years

Senior Commissioning Officer (Children and Families)

Low Income Family Tracker Project Support Officer

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