Mental Health Adviser (Maternity Cover)

Are you enthusiastic about contributing to a forward-thinking higher education institution? Is your passion for student success at the core of your professional drive? At the University of Sunderland in London, we are dedicated to prioritising student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money, and continuous improvement. And now we have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Mental Health Adviser on a maternity cover contract until 12 January 2026.

ABOUT US  

The University of Sunderland in London, based at Canary Wharf, boasts a vibrant and diverse community of staff and students. We consider ourselves as an innovative satellite campus and are constantly evolving and have exciting plans for 2025 and beyond!

We are currently piloting a four-day working week which allows our colleagues to work 32 hours over 4 days week with no reduction in pay. The pilot is part of our ongoing efforts to create a positive and inclusive workplace that promotes work-life balance and allows our colleagues to thrive professionally and personally whilst maintaining our commitment to delivering high-quality service to all our students.

In addition, in early 2025 we will be moving to a new, modern campus building adjacent to our current location offering a bright and spacious learning and working environment.

You will be joining the Health and Wellbeing Team, part of the Student Services department. We are here to provide support to students experiencing a range of mental health and wellbeing concerns that may be impacting them academically and personally. Our team is comprised of a Wellbeing Adviser, Disability Support Adviser, Mental Health Adviser, Student Finance Adviser, and International Student Support Adviser. 

As a Mental Health Adviser, you will focus on the management of a specialist student service for those with diagnosed or emerging mental health conditions. You will provide mental health support to a caseload of students including those who have more severe, complex, and enduring difficulties; ensuring students obtain appropriate treatment and support to successfully complete their studies. You will be a key member of the wider team and will assist the Head and Assistant Head of Service for Students in the continuous review and development of the service. 

To be successful in this role, you will have experience managing a large caseload of students or clients presenting with a wide range of mental health related issues including administering mental health assessments, developing relevant support plans, and monitoring progress for students or clients.  You will be a skilled communicator with excellent organisational skills and possess the ability to manage multiple caseloads and projects to deadline.

WE OFFER

• The opportunity to join a pilot of a pioneering 4-day-week (32 hours over 4 days)
• Excellent Defined Contribution Pension with additional benefits of life cover and income protection
• Generous annual leave and Christmas closure days on top of Bank Holidays
• Season Ticket Loan
• Access to MyLifestyle benefit platform with plentiful of discounts and offers
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice schemes
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
• Our commitment to training and development
• Our location in Canary Wharf with easy access

We are accredited Living Wage Employer

Closing Date: Midnight, 5 January 2025

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should we have a sufficient response.

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