StudentDisability& WellbeingSpecialist

Student Disability & Wellbeing Specialist

Salary: Grade 6 £42,254 - £50,253 per annum, plus London Weighting Allowance (£4,867)

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 12 months

Note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The post holder will work closely with the Student Wellbeing Manager and key colleagues to deliver a holistic, whole-university approach to an inclusive student experience. This will include providing one-to-one counselling, developing and promoting initiatives that support positive mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing across the student population. The role also involves delivering training and guidance to staff, supporting students in distress, and contributing to the wider University’s mental health strategy, policies and action plans.

Based at the London Campus, the post holder will act as an operational lead for student wellbeing and safeguarding, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. They will have a strong understanding of disability legislation within Higher Education and will work closely with Disability Services to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and an inclusive experience for all students. The role also includes leading projects, managing risk, contributing to university-wide initiatives, and supporting the ongoing development and delivery of the University’s People and Student Wellbeing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one counselling to students.
• Develop and promote wellbeing initiatives across the university.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff on mental health and wellbeing.
• Support students in distress and contribute to university’s mental health strategy.
• Act as operational lead for student wellbeing and safeguarding.
• Implement disability legislation compliance with Disability Services.
• Lead projects, manage risk, and contribute to university-wide initiatives.
• Support development and delivery of People and Student Wellbeing strategy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) in Counselling and Membership of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Significant experience in a counselling, NHS, educational or similar capacity.
• Experience of developing and delivering wellbeing services aligned to the domains of wellbeing/whole university approach.
• Experience of leading the development and implementation of institution‑wide strategies.
• Experience using data and influencing skills to build support and inspire teams during periods of change, with evidence of achievements.
• Experience providing expert advice and guidance to senior managers and internal/external stakeholders to support decision-making.

Legal Notices

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.