Wellbeing Trainer

University of East Anglia; Norwich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

39 days annual leave

Athena Swan Silver Award

Job summary

University of East Anglia invites a proactive Wellbeing Trainer to deliver stress management, resilience and mental health sessions to students across the university.

The role offers hybrid delivery both in-person and online, with a focus on accessibility and engaging diverse student groups.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering training or workshops (in-person and online).
• Experience in wellbeing contexts is desirable within higher education.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver wellbeing-focused training and skills sessions.
• Provide information on support services and how to access them.
• Manage and contribute to social media channels for outreach and engagement.
• Develop and maintain online wellbeing resources available 24/7.
• Tailor delivery to diverse student groups to maximise impact.
• Embed wellbeing practices within curricula and student initiatives.

Skills

Training delivery

Wellbeing programs

Online delivery

Education

Higher Education experience

Job description

Salary on appointment will be £31,236 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £37,694 per annum (pro rata).

At UEA we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically, personally, and socially. As part of our dedication to student wellbeing, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Wellbeing Trainer three days a week to join our team and deliver transformative wellbeing programs across the university.

As a Wellbeing Trainer, you will design and deliver wellbeing-focused training and skills building sessions that empower students to take proactive control of their mental health and overall wellbeing. You will also provide essential information on available support services and how to access them. Key topics will include stress management, resilience, wellness action planning, motivation, and mental health awareness, with both in-person and online sessions offered across the university.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to a range of initiatives, from embedding wellbeing practices within the curriculum to offering a central menu of workshops, events and online resources accessible to students throughout the academic year. You will also tailor your approach to meet the unique needs of diverse student groups, ensuring the highest impact in enhancing their wellbeing. This role is not just about delivering knowledge; it’s about using pedagogical strategies to activate learning, build essential skills, and foster lasting behavioural change.

In addition to teaching and learning, you will recognise the importance of engaging students in a digital-first era, requiring you to strategically select innovative methods to maximise participation and engagement. This includes input into the management of the service’s social media channels as a vital tool for communication, awareness, and student engagement, as well as developing and maintaining a comprehensive bank of online resources, accessible 24/7, to provide continuous support.

You must have proven experience of delivering training or workshops both in-person and online. Experience or familiarity with working in a wellbeing context and/or within higher education is highly desirable.

You must have an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion as well as being able to work collaboratively with a diverse range of individuals.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child and Adult Barred Lists. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable adults.

This part-time post is available immediately on a fixed-term basis of 2 years.

Further information on our great benefits package, including 39 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.