Student Advisor

City of Glasgow College; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Glasgow College invites applications for a Student Advisor to join the Student Experience Directorate on a 1-year maternity cover, 28 hours per week. The role focuses on guiding students in financial capability, wellbeing support, and progression planning to help them succeed.

You will assess and distribute discretionary and trust funds to eligible students, provide coaching and mentoring, and support priority groups.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with experience in providing guidance and support to individuals.
• Strong understanding of the challenges students face and the ability to help them make informed decisions.
• A motivated self-starter who can create a supportive and encouraging environment through coaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to students on financial capability and funding.
• Offer personal support and wellbeing guidance to students.
• Support priority group students as one of the named Student Advisors.
• Assist students with career pathways and progression.

Skills

Guidance and support

Coaching and mentoring

Decision making

Self-motivation

Education

Degree level or higher

Job description

1-year temporary (maternity leave cover)

28 hours per week

Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed? We are looking for a dedicated and highly motivated Student Advisor to join our Student Experience Directorate and make a positive impact on students' lives.

About the Role

• Financial capability and student funding.
• Personal support and wellbeing.
• Support priority group students as one of the named Student Advisors.
• Career pathways and progression.

You will also be responsible for assessing and distributing financial aid via Discretionary and Trust Funds to eligible students, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.

About You

• Educated to degree level with experience in providing guidance and support to individuals.
• Strong understanding of the challenges students face and the ability to help them make informed decisions.
• A motivated self-starter who can create a supportive and encouraging environment through coaching and mentoring.

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check & Certificate of Good Conduct (as applicable at their own cost) and must be eligible to work in the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s top colleges with access to excellent CPD opportunities within a motivated skilled workforce.

Applications Close No Later Than 17:00 Hours on Friday 4 th September 2026.