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Student Wellbeing Outreach Team Leader

University of Southampton - Student Wellbeing

Location: Southampton
Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 3rd October 2025
Closes: 24th October 2025
Job Ref: 3230125NY
 

About the Role

The University of Southampton is passionate about the wellbeing of our students. We have an exciting opportunity to join us as Student Wellbeing Outreach Team Leader within our Student Wellbeing Service.

Our service provides a range of specialist support to students throughout their studies, helping them to make the most of their time at university and thrive in their future lives and careers.

As Student Wellbeing Outreach Team Leader, you will:

  • Lead with confidence – Manage and support a team of Wellbeing Advisors, setting clear objectives, monitoring performance, and fostering professional development.
  • Ensure proactive student support – Oversee the delivery of outreach and early intervention activities that promote positive wellbeing across the student community.
  • Collaborate across the university – Work closely with academic and professional services teams to ensure a joined-up approach to student wellbeing.
  • Build external partnerships – Maintain strong relationships with health professionals, public protection providers, and other organisations to ensure students receive the right support at the right time.

This role is based on Highfield Campus with standard working hours (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm). Occasional evening weekend work may be required for university-wide events such as open days.

About You

We are looking for a strong leader with excellent communication skills and proven experience in managing outcomes related to student wellbeing or a similar context. You will bring:

  • Experience of leading and developing a team in a wellbeing, health, or support setting.
  • Strong skills in managing complex or challenging situations.
  • The ability to work collaboratively in multi-agency environments and apply sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
  • A commitment to inclusivity, continuous improvement, and delivering an exceptional student experience.

Experience in Higher Education is desirable but not essential.

About the University of Southampton

As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance and additional university closure days, we will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts. We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant, and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational, and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sharon Spellerberg, Student Wellbeing Outreach Team Manager at Sharon.austin@soton.ac.uk.

Further details:

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial backgrounds, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity. 

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated on the job. 

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