Student Support Wellbeing Advisor (1.0 FTE) (Permanent) in Glasgow

Application Deadline: 5 July 2026

Department: Student Support Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Glasgow

Compensation: £34,744 - £38,384 / year

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23.59 on Sunday 5 July 2026. Anticipated interviews are expected to take place Monday 13 July 2026.

In conjunction with the Guidance & Wellbeing Manager, the post-holder will deliver and coordinate a range of wellbeing interventions and activities to support existing, new and returning students. This will include the extended College community in Glasgow and elsewhere, as part of a quality, efficient and effective service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of a positive wellbeing culture and deliver campaigns and initiatives that enhance students’ physical and mental health awareness.
• Act as a first point of contact for wellbeing support, providing advice, managing referrals, and delivering workshops and activities to build students’ resilience and self-management skills.
• Work closely with Student Support colleagues, academic staff, and external partners to identify and support students at risk, ensuring coordinated and effective interventions.
• Plan, deliver, and promote wellbeing services and represent the service at college and external events.
• Contribute to the development of wellbeing platforms, maintain knowledge of emerging trends, and support continuous improvement of policies and practices.
• Maintain accurate records, support reporting and evaluation, manage communications, and provide general administrative support to the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies to enhance the support available to students.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications: Educated to HNC/SCQF level 7 or equivalent

Knowledge: Knowledge of the Further Education and/or Higher Education sector. Demonstrate knowledge of wellbeing and support.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of pastoral care and wellbeing
• Good level of IT Literacy including a working knowledge of MS Word, Teams, Access, and Excel
• Ability to work online and face to face
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a Team
• Ability to remain calm in demanding situations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Confident and self-motivated
• Potential flexibility to cover evening events as required

Experience:

• Previous experience of working in a Mental Health/Wellbeing service
• Previous experience of working within a Further or Higher Education environment
• Previous experience of working within a customer care and client central environment
• Previous experience of working in an advocacy role

Benefits

• Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid working (dependent on the needs of the service).
• Annual Leave – 33 days per annum plus 12 public holidays.
• A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development.
• Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business.
• Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing.
• Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements.
• Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average.
• Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.