The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 573 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a flexible and collaborative mental health professional to join the University’s Counselling & Wellbeing Service in the role of Wellbeing Officer on a permanent basis.

In this role you will act as first point of contact for students approaching the Counselling and Wellbeing Service and play a key role in providing holistic support to enhance the student experience.

You will review student referrals coming into the service, assessing students’ needs, and responding appropriately. This may include referring students to alternative appropriate internal services (such as Disability Services, Financial Aid etc.) and / or referring to wellbeing or therapy sessions within Counselling & Wellbeing.

With significant experience in assessing and managing risk, you will be confident in supporting students with a variety of presenting issues. You will be responsible for safety planning, contacting GPs and liaising with colleagues in our Campus Security and Safeguarding Teams to ensure the appropriate welfare provision as required.

In addition, you will provide face to face and online brief interventions and be involved in the development and delivery of engaging workshops and information sessions on a range of topics including managing change, building connection, overcoming procrastination, developing self-care skills, building resilience, confidence and self-esteem.