Student Wellbeing Advisor
Location: Manchester
Salary: £23,920 – £27,040
Our client is more than just an educational institution; they're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, they offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Their commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets them apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.
About the Role
As Student Wellbeing Advisor, you will serve as a crucial point of contact for students navigating various personal challenges. You will offer support, facilitate access to essential services, and maintain strong connections with external agencies.
What You'll Do:
* Providing pastoral support to students facing various challenges, including mental health issues, financial hardships, and social difficulties.
* Managing a caseload of students, conducting both online and face-to-face pastoral sessions, and staffing drop-in services.
* Maintaining accurate records of student interactions, referrals, and outcomes in compliance with data protection regulations.
* Assessing and triaging student cases, escalating concerns when necessary, and collaborating closely with academic and campus teams.
* Proactively informing students about available support services within the university and contributing to the delivery of wellbeing interventions and workshops.
What You'll Bring:
* A good standard of general education and an understanding of the role of Student Wellbeing services in higher education.
* Experience working with young adults and a broad knowledge of common challenges within this demographic.
* An empathetic and inclusive approach, with strong administration and communication skills.
* The ability to work both independently and collaboratively, exhibiting resilience in managing a demanding workload.
* Comfort in liaising with internal colleagues and external agencies.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Why Our Client?
They are a values-led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do:
Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.
In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:
* 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
* SMART pension
* A comprehensive benefits package
They continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity that truly represents their diverse communities. They welcome applications from all individuals and are particularly keen to hear from those who identify as male or gender-diverse, as they are currently underrepresented within their department.
Our client is committed to promoting the safety and welfare of their students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.
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