Job Introduction

Student Welfare Chaperone Volunteer

British Transport Police | London Work Experience Programme

Do you enjoy supporting young people and helping them build confidence? Are you passionate about safeguarding, wellbeing, and creating positive experiences for students?

British Transport Police is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our London Work Experience Programme as Student Welfare Chaperones.

This rewarding role plays a vital part in ensuring students aged 14-17 have a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience whilst gaining insight into careers in policing and the wider railway industry.

About the Role

As a Student Welfare Chaperone, you will be the consistent point of contact for young people throughout their placement, helping to create a supportive and welcoming environment. You will provide pastoral support, promote student wellbeing, and assist with the safe movement of participants between programme locations across London's transport network.

You will work closely with the Citizens in Policing team and receive specialist training, including safeguarding and youth engagement training aligned to that provided to Police Cadet Leaders.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing welfare and pastoral support to students throughout the programme.
• Acting as a friendly and approachable point of contact for participants.
• Supporting the safe movement of students between programme venues.
• Monitoring attendance, engagement and wellbeing.
• Promoting a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns in line with BTP policies and procedures.
• Supporting programme staff to ensure students have the best possible experience.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Reliable and punctual.
• Friendly, approachable and empathetic.
• Professional and trustworthy.
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiastic about supporting young people.

Desirable

• Experience working with young people in an educational, community, youth or volunteering setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child welfare practices.
• Experience providing mentoring, pastoral or wellbeing support.
• An understanding of policing or public sector organisations.
• A current First Aid qualification.

Why Volunteer With Us?

By volunteering as a Student Welfare Chaperone, you will:

• Make a genuine difference to young people's confidence and aspirations.
• Help create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Gain valuable experience in youth engagement and safeguarding.
• Receive enhanced training and ongoing support.
• Become part of a team helping British Transport Police inspire the next generation.

This role directly contributes to the success of BTP's work experience programme by enhancing safeguarding, improving the student experience, and providing reassurance to parents, schools and staff.

If you're passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you.