Part-Time Mental Health Services Lead for Student Support

Naija UK Connect Limited; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Part-time role

Professional development

Employee assistance programme

Work-life balance

Job summary

Bournemouth University seeks an experienced Mental Health Advisor Manager in Westbourne, Bournemouth. This part-time internal-only role is for UK-based applicants with right-to-work. The position leads the Mental Health Advisor service, blending strategic oversight with direct student engagement to support wellbeing.

The role offers a pro rata salary of £39,906–£46,049, emphasizing leadership, development, and collaboration within a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mental health advisory or support roles, preferably in education.
• Leadership and service development skills with a track record of managing complex cases.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and management pertaining to mental health.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mental Health Advisor service and drive its development.
• Provide leadership while supporting students with complex mental health needs.
• Implement risk management strategies and ensure high standards of care.

Skills

Mental health advisory experience

Leadership and service development

Risk assessment & management

Communication & interpersonal skills

Professional mental health credential

Education

Qualified in mental health or counselling

Job description

Bournemouth University seeks an experienced Mental Health Advisor Manager in Westbourne, Bournemouth. This part-time internal-only role is for UK-based applicants with right-to-work. The position leads the Mental Health Advisor service, blending strategic oversight with direct student engagement to support wellbeing.

The role offers a pro rata salary of £39,906–£46,049, emphasizing leadership, development, and collaboration within a dynamic university setting.