The purpose of this role is to ensure as many students as possible progress from level to level, a key element of student success at GBS. Your key task will be to work under the direction of the Head of Student Retention, and in collaboration with the Student Success Tutors and relevant academic staff to help re-engage students in their studies.
ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To work with individual students who have been reported as being dis-engaged to help them return to productive study.
2. To ensure all assigned students are contacted and to gain an understanding of the barriers to study they are encountering.
3. To ensure appropriate records are kept in an accurate and timely fashion.
4. To work under the direction of the Head of Student Retention and in collaboration with the relevant academics to develop bespoke plans to ensure each student returns to study.
5. To work with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure students remain engaged with their studies.
6. To operate within the appropriate professional framework and guidelines when dealing with non-attending students in the efforts to re-engage them.
7. To assist with the administration of surveys and the collection of results for analysis by the Planning, Information and Delivery department.
8. To assist Registry with induction/enrolment processes as required.
9. To be flexible in approach to ensure there is an adequate Retention Officer presence for all partnerships at all campuses.
Essential Skills and Experience:
1. Educated to degree level or equivalent with knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice, you will have previous experience of working with students in higher education, specifically with mature students.
2. You will have strong communication skills and an ability to adapt messages for a diverse audience in an inclusive and accessible way.
3. You'll be able to plan and prioritise effectively to achieve objectives, work collaboratively in a team and build and maintain positive relationships with students.
4. High level of computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
5. Attention to detail is a must as well as strong organizational skills.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Student Retention Officer will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment to GBS values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy, GBS’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities, and Health and Safety responsibilities to ensure a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and other visitors to the campus.
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