- Advertised from 26th June 2024
- 35 hours p/w and open ended. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
- Vacancy Reference: 148430
Role
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.
Application notes
For an informal discussion on the role, please contact: Suzie Shapiro, Wellbeing Lead, suzie.shapiro@glasgow.ac.uk
For more information on this exciting role and how to apply please follow the link:
gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs and search ref ‘148430’
Closing Date: 8 July 2024
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme
The post for which you are applying is considered “registered work” in terms of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act. It requires the successful applicant to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to appointment. This check is necessary to ensure that the University of Glasgow fulfils its legal duties under the Act.
If you are successful in your application, the offer of employment will be subject to PVG Scheme membership. Further information is available at: mygov.scot/pvg-scheme
Please note that under Section 34(1) of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 it is a criminal offence to apply to carry out or to carry out regulated work from which that individual is barred.
As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
- An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions, benefits and discount packages.
- A flexible approach to working.
- A commitment to support your health and wellbeing gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs for more information.
We are actively seeking a Student Wellbeing and Support Lead to become a valued member of our close-knit, highly skilled team.
Newbattle Abbey College has a proud track record of meeting the needs of adults and young people at points of transition, helping them to change their lives for the better. Nestled within an 11th-century Cistercian monastery, our 125-acre parkland and woodland setting creates a college environment like no other.
Responsible for all aspects of Student Support at Newbattle Abbey College, the role-holder will take a proactive approach to student wellbeing, engagement and belonging. Leading by example, the role holder will foster a sense of student community, supporting each student to build relationships across the college community.
Newbattle Abbey College attracts many students who have experienced disadvantage, including a high proportion with disabilities and care experience. We are seeking a Student Wellbeing and Support Lead who possesses a deep sensitivity to the unique needs of our students and has a proven track record of supporting those facing challenges in their pursuit of academic success. We aim to ensure our programmes of study are inclusive, and this begins with attracting and supporting a diverse and talented team. We particularly welcome applications from minority groups.
Newbattle Abbey College is Scotland’s life-changing adult education college, offering extensive support to adults and young people at points of transition. The college also plays a national role in the strategic development of adult learning in partnership with a range of agencies.
Set within an historic 16th century building and 125 acres of ancient woodland and parkland in Midlothian, a few miles from Edinburgh, the College is a registered charity and was established under a Governing Deed of Trust, the Trustees of which have historically included the Principals and Vice Chancellors of Scotland’s ancient universities.
Due to an increased focus on generating income to support its vision and purpose, a new post of Business Development Manager was created to drive further growth in the college’s commercial activity.
The successful candidate will be responsible for increasing income from a range of activities and identifying and successfully implementing new income streams. You will embrace the college’s purpose, vision and values and will thrive in a dynamic and unique environment. You will have demonstrable experience of setting and achieving growth income targets, developing successful marketing strategies and maintaining effective external relationships. You will be highly adaptable and enjoy working as part of a small team to find creative solutions and achieve goals.
Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, and working closely with the Principal and Depute Principal, you will play a full part in the strategic leadership and direction of the college. You will also have an outward-facing role, supporting our commercial and other strategic partnerships.
Social Impact Officer
- Full time
- £23,000 – £27,000
- On site: St Mungo’s Academy, Glasgow
- Closing 26th July 2024
Do you have a passion for improving the lives of young people in Scotland?
basketballscotland are recruiting a Social Impact Officer for their CashBack Communities of Basketball Programme, taking a youth-work approach to positively impact the lives of young people.
The Role
Work alongside an experienced basketball coach to change the lives of a group of 11-16 year olds. The aim is to have a positive impact by building confidence, enhancing physical and mental well-being and improving the learning and employability potential of those previously identified as most at risk of progressing into anti-social behaviour or crime.
Duties
- Work with a group of 11-16 year old pupils. This will include: one to one mentoring with young people; working collaboratively with partners in and outside of the school; supporting young people to obtain accredited and non-accredited qualifications; developing wider community opportunities.
- Utilising your youth work skill set, establish, support and deliver personalised support plans to the young people who may be most at risk of progressing to anti-social behaviour or crime, in order to increase their employability and employment options.
- Support young people to attend basketball sessions within their community, outside of regular school hours.
- Deliver activities to young people (in and out of school) which are centred around mental health and mindfulness to help them contribute positively to their communities.
- Develop and build strong community relationships with external stakeholders i.e.
- sportscotland, schools, Active Schools, SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health), SSF (Scottish Sport Futures) and FARE Scotland.
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Main duties:
The People and Learning manager will direct our work to support people and learning across the organisation. Supporting SSF to attract develop and retain a skilled and diverse workforce and board.
The People and Learning Manager post will:
- Identify training needs and co-ordinating internal learning and development to our staff team
- Offering guidance on employee recruitment and retention, employee performance, and employee relations.
- Ensuring organisational processes, policies, and procedures are effectively maintained, reviewed, and implemented
A full job description can be found in the recruitment pack below.
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