Mental Health Coordinator

About the Role:

The Royal College of Art is expanding its commitment to student wellbeing in response to growing demand for specialised mental health support. We are seeking a resourceful Mental Health Coordinator to lead the continuous development of our Wellbeing Strategy. This critical role will play a key part in developing our assessment journey preparedness for the University Mental Health Charter and ensuring the delivery of integrated, high-quality mental health services that seamlessly align with existing welfare initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Student Support: Provide individualised support for students with complex mental health needs, including conducting risk assessments and managing crisis situations.
• Strategic Leadership: Lead the continuous development of the College’s Mental Health Strategy and suicide prevention initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with academic departments, welfare services, and external agencies to ensure cohesive support for students.
• Staff Guidance: Offer expert advice and training for staff and members of the Students’ Union on managing and responding to student mental health challenges.
• Community Engagement: Drive awareness and promote a culture of wellbeing through initiatives, workshops, and events.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development of policies and procedures that support a fully inclusive learning environment.

About You:

We’re looking for someone with considerable initiative and a passion for mental health advocacy. Experience in a university setting is beneficial, though not essential. What matters most is your ability to develop and deliver a responsive, professional service that meets the diverse needs of our students and staff. Collaboration is key in this role, as you’ll be working with a wide range of stakeholders both within and outside the College.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new service at a world-leading institution. You'll have the chance to make a real impact on the wellbeing of our community, working in a dynamic and supportive environment. The Royal College of Art is a small, specialist postgraduate institution, providing a unique context in which to develop innovative mental health support strategies.   We have great benefits and foster a culture based on our Values of Curiosity, Inclusion, Collaboration and Integrity.  This is what makes us the No. 1 University for Art and Design for the 10^th consecutive year!

Apply Today:

If you’re ready to take on a role where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become the Mental Health Coordinator at The Royal College of Art and be part of our mission to foster a thriving, inclusive community.

Please see our web site for more information

Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on 29^th September 2024

Interviews are likely to be held on 14th October 2024

Further details: Information Pack  

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