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 University Health and Wellbeing Services (UHWS), you will report to the Student Wellbeing Adviser Team Manager, under the day-to-day direction of School colleagues. You will work collaboratively with USHW colleagues and a wide range of School colleagues to provide localised support within the academic school. You will be responsible for providing advice, guidance and support to students, in relation to health and wellbeing needs to ensure they have the optimum opportunity to fulfil their potential and gain the best experience from their time at university.

Successful candidates will require satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). People Services colleagues will support you with this during onboarding.

There are 3 roles available- please indicate in mandatory questions your interest to one or both.

1 x fixed-term contract until 31st July 2028, 37 hours per week.
1 x fixed-term contract until 31st July 2028, 33 hours per week.
1 x open ended (permanent), 37 hours per week.

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

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

Interviews will be held on 25th and 26th August 2026.

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