PGR Wellbeing Project Officer

About the role

We have an exciting new position to join Student Support Services, supporting the implementation of our Student Wellbeing Strategy. You will be specifically contributing towards the enhancement of the wellbeing of our PGR students, through the delivery of a range of tailored wellbeing activities, initiatives and training sessions. This will include building and managing relationships with the doctoral college and academic departments as well as providing consultation and guidance.

About you

You should have a strong interest and understanding of mental health and wellbeing, ideally through gaining a degree level in social sciences/psychological subject or related profession, or through substantial relevant experience in a similar role.
The experience required includes project management, training resource development and delivery, and development and management of stakeholder relationships. You should also have demonstrable experience in interpreting and implementing research findings.
This role requires strong interpersonal communication and time management. You should have competent IT skills, with confidence in using most Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, etc.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Hasina Fatima, Wellbeing Development Lead, at hf133@leicester.ac.uk .
We anticipate for interviews to take place on 5th December 2022.

Applications for job share will be considered.
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change , which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community.
We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.