This page covers:
- The Community and Safeguarding Team
- The International Support and Events Officer
- Need Further Assistance?
The Community and Safeguarding Team
The Community and Safeguarding Team is here to support students living off campus, offering guidance and assistance with any challenges or concerns they may encounter. These issues may relate to disputes with your neighbours or fellow housemates, to issues with your Landlord or Letting Agent.
We are also the first point of contact for local residents who may be experiencing problems with student neighbours. In many cases these can be resolved with an advisory visit.
We want you to enjoy your university life to the fullest without negative experiences; therefore, our role primarily is to promote good relationships and positive attitudes between students and local residents. Below are some examples of the types of things we can help:
- Support students living off campus and provide advice & guidance for issues that may arise.
- If you are feeling unwell
- If you are feeling threatened or harassed
- Experiencing problems with Landlords
- Experiencing concerns with flatmates or residents
- Experiencing financial hardship
- You want to report student breaches to the Code of Conduct, in line with the 'Student Discipline' procedure.
- Signpost students to relevant services or agencies where appropriate.
- Investigate alleged student breaches to the Code of Conduct, in line with the 'Student Discipline' procedure.
- Act as the first point of contact for residents of the local community who wish to discuss issues or concerns relating to student behaviour.
- Work closely with local statutory bodies such as the council, police and fire brigade.
But please remember, If you are having are experiencing difficulties, need advice or just need to speak to someone, please do not hesitate to contact: community@herts.ac.uk or 01707 284096.
We are available to help you during office hours Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 5pm and Friday 8.30am – 4pm.
If you have any general queries regarding privately renting, please visit our Ask Herts page below. You will also find a useful guide to living off campus:
Renting Privately Off Campus | Ask Herts | University of Hertfordshire
International Support and Events Officer
The International Support and Events Office (ISEO) is a member of staff within the Dean of Students Office. Through colloboration they can address disciplinary matters and offer pastoral support and guidance, with a primary focus on assisting international students.
The ISEO reports to the Deputy Manager (Student Community), and works within the Community and Safeguarding team. Together they work to support all students living off campus.
The ISEO also implements the planning, and organisation of the Dean of Students orientation activities at the start of term for international students. They are a key co-ordinator for liaising with all departments and Schools to promote a sense of community for international students.
In addition they also supervise a team of Student Guides, who help deliver a range of support services and actvities throughout the academic year. These include an airport collection service, an orientation programme, social gaming events and coach trips.
You can contact the International Support and Events Officer via community@herts.ac.uk.
Need Further Assistance?
| Community and Safeguarding Team | community@herts.ac.uk | ||
| Naomi Banton | Community and Safeguarding Manager | 01707 285030 (inc 5030) | n.n.1.banton@herts.ac.uk |
| Amanda Bridgeman | Deputy Community and Safeguarding Manager | 01707 284096 (int.4096) | a.bridgeman@herts.ac.uk |
| Shahjahan Miah | International Support and Events Officer | 07712545599 | s.miah24@herts.ac.uk |
| Claire Twilley-Clegg | Student Support Officer | 01707 285165 | |
| Jane Otumunye | Student Support Officer | 01707 285165 | |
| Grace Kanyonganise-Bhobho | Student Support Officer | 01707 285165 |