Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Adviser. Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University College Birmingham seeks a dedicated Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Adviser for their new service, committed to supporting individuals affected by sexual misconduct. This role involves providing trauma-informed support and shaping a safe campus environment. The position offers competitive salary, benefits including generous leave, a pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

29 days' paid leave per year

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Excellent staff development opportunities

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals facing sexual misconduct and harassment.
• Knowledge in principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda.
• Ability to provide fair and confidential support.

Responsibilities

• Support students and staff experiencing or reported for sexual misconduct.
• Ensure trauma-informed and confidential assistance.
• Help shape a respectful campus culture.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Trauma-informed support

Job description

Job Title: Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Adviser

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £20,879 - £22,103 per annum (pro rata of £35,116 - £37,174)

£14,236 - £15,070 per annum (pro rata of £35,116 - £37,174) - SS5

Job type: Permanent, part time

• 1x 22 hours
• 1x 15 hours

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

At UCB, we have an exciting opportunity to join the new Sexual Misconduct and Harassment service as a Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Adviser. As part of the wider Student Support and Wellbeing Directorate, these roles will be integral to UCB's commitment to creating a safe, respectful and supportive environment for all students and staff.

We are seeking two compassionate and experienced professionals who possess the skills and knowledge to support students and staff who have either experienced or been reported for sexual harassment, sexual violence, or misconduct. Each Adviser will take responsibility for either the reporting party (those who have experienced misconduct) or the responding party (those accused), ensuring all individuals receive fair, confidential and trauma-informed support.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing, proactive service that supports survivors and respondents with empathy and impartiality, while helping shape a campus culture of respect, awareness, and prevention.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 29 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 20.9%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 13th July 2025.

Interview Date - TBC.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Sexual Misconduct Adviser, Harassment Adviser, Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Specialist, Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Lead, Sexual Misconduct Specialist, may also be considered for this role.