UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Student Engagement and Wellbeing Officer
| Reference no. | NWH SEWO 01 |
|---|---|
| Salary range | £28,453 - £29,753 per annum, pro rata |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Working hours | 21 hours per week |
| Location | Thurso |
| Closing Date | Monday 2nd June, 12 noon |
Position: We are seeking a Student Engagement & Wellbeing Officer to be based at our Thurso campus.
Responsibilities: To deliver cross college guidance services to support students across the college, offering advice, support, and guidance on a wide range of issues. They will be responsible for developing and embedding a cross-college approach to student engagement including liaison with HISA to support class representation and student voice.
The Student Engagement and Wellbeing Officer will be responsible for organising, delivering and co-ordinating services and activities to promote, maintain and improve mental health and wellbeing. This may include providing wellbeing support and personal development guidance to students via drop-in or online sessions, facilitated peer support opportunities, workshop delivery and / or social activities and will signpost specialist advice where appropriate.
The post holder will work with other colleagues across the college, including curriculum, student records, performance and planning.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will have SCQF Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) in an appropriate area, demonstrable knowledge and successful experience of delivering high quality student services and previous experience of supporting and advocating on behalf of others. As well as effective coordination and allocation of resources.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits of working for us:
- 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
- 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
- Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
- Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
- £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To apply: Download an application pack below or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
If you have any queries about the application process please contact recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.