Job Description
Grade UE06: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum, pro-rata
CAHSS/Centre for Open Learning
Part-time: 28 hours per week
Open-ended (permanent)
The Opportunity
The Centre for Open Learning is seeking to recruit a part-time Student Adviser. Student Advisers are among the first points of contact for students, providing guidance and support as they navigate university systems. Working closely with academic and professional services teams, the role aims to help students achieve their potential and ensure parity of experience for all students.
The position is open-ended and part-time (28 hours/week) as part of a job share. The successful candidate will work Monday to Thursday. The role primarily supports campus-based students, with an option for hybrid working.
Your Skills and Attributes for Success
* Knowledge of and sensitivity to student wellbeing and support issues
* Excellent active listening and communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure and provide a safe, welcoming environment for students in distress
* Ability to make independent decisions and prioritize workload amidst conflicting demands
* Collaborative team player capable of working effectively with others
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Application Information
Please include the following documents in your application:
* CV
* Cover letter
What We Offer
* A competitive salary
* An exciting, positive, creative, challenging, and rewarding work environment
* A diverse and vibrant international community
* Comprehensive staff benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Details are available on our staff benefits page and reward calculator.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and is a member of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, promoting equality across various dimensions.
Pre-employment checks include evidence of right to work in the UK. The university does not sponsor visas for this role; international applicants must demonstrate alternative rights to work.
Key Dates
Application deadline: 12 May 2025, 11:59 pm GMT (local time adjustments apply if outside the UK).
About Us
The University of Edinburgh is a research-intensive institution committed to addressing global challenges through values-led teaching, research, and innovation.
About The Team
The Centre for Open Learning supports transitions in educational pathways, offering diverse programs including part-time access, English language courses, international foundation, short courses, and seasonal programs. More information is available at https://www.ed.ac.uk/open-learning.
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