Salary
£8,555 pro rata of £25,522 per annum, (Professional Services Grade 5)
Contractual hours
15
Basis
Part Time, Permanent
Package
Permanent, Part Time, Term Time Only- 36 weeks per year
Date posted
09/12/2024
Job reference
REQ0442
Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Wellbeing Advisor to join our team.
Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire
Salary: £8,555 per annum, pro rata of the full time equivalent (FTE) £25,522 per annum (Professional Services Grade 5)
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time, 15 hours per week (flexible working pattern), Term Time Only- 36 weeks per year
Closing Date: Sunday 5th January 2025
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.
Wellbeing Advisor – The Role:
Are you passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive impact on their wellbeing? Join us at Wiltshire College & University Centre as a Wellbeing Advisor, where you’ll be a crucial part of our mission to nurture student success and holistic development.
As a Wellbeing Advisor, you will help students navigate personal, social, health, and welfare challenges through meaningful interactions, workshops, and campus-wide initiatives.
Wellbeing Advisor - Key Responsibilities:
Individual & Group Support
* Provide one-to-one guidance on mental health and wellbeing.
* Deliver engaging workshops (e.g., mindfulness, emotional resilience).
* Host events to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues.
Collaboration & Referral
* Work closely with Student Support & Safeguarding (SS&S) teams to ensure students are connected to resources for issues like homelessness, counselling, and healthcare.
Resource Development
* Partner with Counsellors and SS&S to maintain an up-to-date database of external support services.
* Create dynamic resources to support the college’s pastoral care framework.
Crisis Management & Safeguarding
* Be a key contributor to critical incident responses, supporting students during crises.
* Collaborate with Tutorial and Safeguarding colleagues to enhance tutorial programmes.
Service Quality & Engagement
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of student wellbeing services.
* Participate in cross-college events, providing tailored wellbeing support and training.
Wellbeing Advisor – You:
What You’ll Need:
* A deep understanding of mental health and wellbeing challenges faced by students.
* Proven experience in delivering wellbeing interventions, workshops, or similar activities.
* Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment.
If you’re ready to inspire and empower the next generation, we would love to hear from you.
Wellbeing Advisor - Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
* Free onsite car parking.
Wellbeing Advisor -– Application Process:
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
To submit your application for this exciting Wellbeing Advisor opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.
Applications for this role close on the 5th January 2025.
#J-18808-Ljbffr