ABOUT NEWHAM COLLEGE:

Newham College stands as London’s leading and most successful institution for vocational education, consistently recognized for excellence. For five consecutive years, the Department for Education has named Newham College the top-performing large Further Education (FE) college in the area.
As the first college to receive Ofsted’s kitemark for business collaboration, Newham College is celebrated for creating a clear route from study to employment. Partnering with the government and the Mayor of London, Newham College plays a key role in delivering critical skills initiatives like the London City Institute of Technology in Canning Town, the Mayoral Sector Skills Academies, and the Health Futures partnership with Barts NHS Trust in Stratford. With over £50 million in government and Mayoral funding, the college has developed state-of-the-art facilities for its students.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE.

• Good standard of education including Maths and English at Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent) – Essential
• Degree in a relevant subject area – Desirable
• Relevant teaching or professional qualification – Desirable
• Experience working with young people and/or adult learners in an education or youth setting.
• Proven track record in organising and delivering events, workshops, or creative activities.
• Experience in developing student/youth leadership or enrichment programmes.
• Pastoral or support experience to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Experience in developing partnerships and working with external organisations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident in using digital tools, social media, and online platforms to engage students.
• Able to use initiative, problem-solve and work flexibly.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
• A strong understanding and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Enrichment Officer to join our Student Experience team at Newham College London. Based across our campuses (NewVIc, East Ham, Stratford, and IoT), the role is central to designing and delivering an inclusive and engaging enrichment programme that enhances learners’ personal development. You will work closely with the Student Development Manager and cross-college teams to coordinate extracurricular activities, events, and projects that build student voice, leadership, skills, and confidence.

Key responsibilities;

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality student workshops, cultural events, and student-led projects.
• Lead volunteering initiatives and ambassador/champion programmes across the college.
• Develop partnerships with local and national organisations to enhance student opportunities.
• Deliver clubs and societies that support student development and engagement.
• Collaborate with curriculum and support teams to embed enrichment across college life, including with SEND and Foundation Learning departments.
• Promote enrichment activity through digital platforms and college communications.
• Support cross-college initiatives that promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Celebrate student success in engagement, leadership, and participation.
• Represent the college externally and support wider college initiatives as required.