Do you have a passion for working in mental health? Are you looking to work alongside a dynamic and creatve team supporting students on their academic journey?
About the role
Mental Health Advisors are responsible for the delivery of mental health support to Univeristy of Plymouth students. Ensuring that students and staff have access to timely support and advice on matters pertaining to student mental health and risk management. Amongst other things, you will undertake assessments and act as a representative for University of Plymouth Student Wellbeing Services.
You will:
* Co-ordinate support for students who are vulnerable or in crisis, with colleagues across the institution and with external agencies
* Contribute toward/deliver proactive workshops for staff and students
* Co-ordinates and contributes to student support meetings and risk management meetings
Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.
There are 2 positions available as follows:
Position 1: This is a part-time position working 29.6 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Position 2: This is a part-time position working 29.6 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until July 2026 due to funding, the actual end date is to be confirmed.
Due to the nature of this role, a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check will be required.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Ben Broad: by email at
Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.
What we’re looking for
You will:
* Hold a relevant professional qualification such as Registered Mental Health
* Nurse/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist/ and have substantial experience of providing mental health advice and assessment to vulnerable adults.
* Hold Registration and professional standing with an appropriate professional body relevant to the area of mental health
* Have significant experience of providing mental health support services within a demanding environment such as HE/FE, NHS, Social Work or voluntary sector to clients with moderate to severe mental health difficulties
* Have experience of crisis management and coping with stressful and sometimes life threatening situations
* Have knowledge and competence in assessing psychological distress and risk with clients, including suicidal behaviour
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Dates: Week commencing Monday 12 January 2026
Our Offer
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
When joining us, you will receive:
* Generous annual leave: 35* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
* Generous pension scheme
* Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Development opportunities
* Enhanced family leave
* Flexible working
* Retailer discounts
* On-site nursery
*Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed .
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our .