Student Wellbeing Advisor - NES00623

North East Scotland College; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Student Wellbeing Advisor to enhance student health and wellbeing at their Aberdeen City Campus. This role involves implementing the Student Wellbeing Framework, promoting mental health initiatives, and engaging with vulnerable groups. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, a deep understanding of emotional difficulties, and a commitment to fostering a supportive environment. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about student wellbeing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• HNC/SVQ Level III qualification or equivalent is essential.
• Experience supporting students through a support process is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Student Wellbeing Framework.
• Facilitate mental health support through workshops and events.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Digital Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Team Player

Education

HNC/SVQ Level III qualification (SCQF Level 7)

Mental Health qualification

Counselling Skills Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Advert

Student Wellbeing Advisor (Ref. No. A985)

Full Time/Fixed Term/Maternity Cover/Aberdeen City Campus (cover may also be required at other campuses)

Salary: £34,816.03 - 37,476.26 per annum

We're on the lookout for a Student Wellbeing Adviser who's approachable, proactive and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you're someone who loves working collaboratively with students and staff, enjoys rolling up your sleeves to get involved in events and brings a sunny, can-do attitude to every challenge - we want to hear from you!

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the Student Wellbeing Framework to ensure a comprehensive approach to student health and wellbeing at NESCol.

Mental health and wellbeing support will be facilitated through cross college events, workshops, appointments and initiatives aimed at promoting student wellbeing and identifying emerging mental health issues. You will also further develop engagement with vulnerable groups (incl. Care Experienced, Estranged Students and Student Carers) through proactive initiatives with a particular focus on social activities to reduce feelings of isolation and create a sense of belonging.

You will need to have an effective range of communication and organisational skills with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties and how they might present.

The College encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Please apply via MyJobScotland and upload a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the person specification.

Please be aware that an Assessment Centre interview will be held on Wednesday May 21 st .

The closing date for applications will be 12 th May 2025

Interested? Want to know more?

For more information on this vacancy please visit our My Job Scotland website page on www.myjobscotland.gov.uk , email [e-mail] .

Person Specification

PERSON SPECIFICATION

(criteria marked * are desirable, all others are essential)

QUALIFICATIONS

1. An HNC/SVQ Level III qualification (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent
2. ASIST Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training or equivalent
3. A Mental Health qualification*
4. Counselling Skills Training*
5. Evidence of continuing professional development

EXPERIENCE

1. Experience of supporting students through a support related process*
2. Experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
3. Experience of working with students in a variety of settings*
4. Experience of assessing risk and managing people who are in mental health crisis
5. Experience of creating e-learning materials*
6. Experience of presenting information

KNOWLEDGE

1. The ability to demonstrate an understanding of anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties and mental disorders and how they might present in people
2. Knowledge of the FE sector*

SKILLS

1. Excellent digital skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Able to work on own initiative and without supervision
4. The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
5. Effective team player who actively assists others

PERSONAL QUALITIES

1. Self-motivated
2. Committed to people development
3. Committed to customer service and quality improvement
4. Builds and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
5. Able to remain calm under pressure

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Commitment to College values and equal opportunities
2. Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the post
3. Able to travel to other locations as required