Mental Wellbeing Engagement Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of likeminded individuals working towards developing and improving the experience for all University of Aberdeen students and staff.

At the University of Aberdeen, the wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. The Wellbeing Strategy, which was launched in 2022, sets out our roadmap to achieving this – creating an environment for both staff and students to thrive and succeed.

Division

Student Experience

Staff Category

Administrative

Duration of Post

Substantive

We are now seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic individual to join the Aberdeen campus based Wellbeing Team in the Directorate of People to support with the development, delivery of the strategy and adherence to University’s mental health policy, driving forward awareness raising activities and initiatives. The post holder will also be responsible for developing a programme of training and information sessions to support our community to maintain positive mental wellbeing.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £35,333 – £42,155 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Karen Scaife, Wellbeing and Engagement Manager, e-mail:  k.scaife@abdn.ac.uk

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa.  At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lauren Storey, HR Adviser (e-mail: lauren.storey@abdn.ac.uk ) for further information

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number:  SEP014A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31 October 2022

The Directorate of People embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.