0593-24 Student Wellbeing Adviser – Jobs at Aston

Student & Academic Services

Student Life at Aston University is undergoing a period of dynamic transformation, driven by strategic growth within core teams and a commitment to bold, innovative approaches that enrich the student experience. Central to our mission is a data-informed approach, ensuring continuous improvement in our services. Our Student Well-being team provides comprehensive information, guidance, counselling, and support to the Aston University student body, actively promoting mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being within our diverse community.

The Student Well-being Service is a cornerstone of our inclusive and caring environment, dedicated to helping students address problems that may impact their academic journey and overall experience. Our team, comprising counsellors, chaplains, and well-being staff, offers a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where students can discuss and seek support for issues affecting their studies.

Reporting to the Student Well-being Supervisor, the post holder will work closely with colleagues across Student Life and the wider University. As a Student Well-being Adviser, you will assisting students in developing skills, overcoming challenges, and achieving personal goals to improve their mental, physical, and emotional well-being. A key aspect of this role is collaborating with the Student Well-being Supervisor and the Chaplaincy Coordinator, under the oversight of the Head of Student Well-being, to ensure a cohesive and effective Student Well-being team.

This is a student-facing, on-campus position requiring regular, in-person interaction with students. You will also design and promote activities that raise awareness of key well-being themes throughout the student life-cycle, collaborating with Student Life colleagues to create a supportive and engaging campus experience.

The salary being offered for this role does not meet the minimum threshold required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. For candidates who do not already have a Skilled Worker visa, it is unlikely that Aston University will be able to offer sponsorship under this route. Please click here to see the Home Office guidance for more information. 

 If you are already in the UK with an existing Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa, please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk to discuss if the role will meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Dynamic working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

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