Student Wellbeing & Accessibility Advisor

Arden University; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Aviva pension contributions

BUPA Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Perkbox benefits

Study Arden courses for free

Golden Ticket

Job summary

Arden University is seeking a Wellbeing Adviser to support UK students’ mental health, wellbeing and accessibility needs. You will manage a personal caseload and provide tailored advice on reasonable adjustments, assessments and support, while working with Disability & Accessibility, Mental Health & Wellbeing Advisers and Team Leaders.

The role is hybrid with occasional travel to campuses across Coventry, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Manchester, London and Newcastle.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Disability Studies or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across departments.
• Experience in student support, mental health or disability services in higher education preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, crisis management and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Equality Act 2010 and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored wellbeing advice and manage a personal caseload.
• Collaborate with Disability & Accessibility, Mental Health & Wellbeing Advisers and Team Leaders.
• Support students taking or returning from a break in learning under relevant policies.
• Contribute to inclusive, student-centred services aligned with best practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Student support experience

Interpersonal skills

Equality Act knowledge

Education

Degree in Psychology or related field

Postgraduate qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Arden University is seeking a Wellbeing Adviser to support UK students’ mental health, wellbeing and accessibility needs. You will manage a personal caseload and provide tailored advice on reasonable adjustments, assessments and support, while working with Disability & Accessibility, Mental Health & Wellbeing Advisers and Team Leaders.

The role is hybrid with occasional travel to campuses across Coventry, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Manchester, London and Newcastle.