Student Wellbeing Adviser

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
As a member of SHWS, you will report to the Student Wellbeing Adviser Team Manager, under the day-to-day direction of School colleagues. You will work collaboratively with the Head of Student Counselling and Mental Health and a wide range of School colleagues (e.g. the Director of Education, Senior and Personal Tutors, Degree Programme Directors and Professional Support colleagues), to provide a local, comprehensive and professional point of contact for both incoming and registered students who need advice and assistance with health and wellbeing concerns, either from transition to higher education or during progression through study.

This will include, but is not limited to, supporting applicants and students with specific learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, long-term health conditions and mental health difficulties. You will provide a comprehensive listening, support, signposting and, when appropriate, a ‘follow-up' service to ensure suitable support and advice is being provided and acted upon, ensuring that students have the optimum opportunity to fulfil their potential and gain the best experience from their time at university.

This is a 29.6 hours contract (0.8) FTE position fixed-term until 30th January 2026.

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check is needed for this role.

Candidates wishing to discuss the post may contact Kathryn Walton, Student Wellbeing Adviser Deputy Manager, on Kathryn.Walton@newcastle.ac.uk.

To apply please upload a copy of your CV along with a cover letter evidencing how your skills and experience align to person the specification of the job description (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) and answer the job specific questions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent level qualification plus experience in a similar role or significant vocational experience, demonstrating development through progressively more demanding, relevant roles.
• Fluent second language (desirable).

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