We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate individual to undertake the role of Student Adviser (Mental Health and Autism) in an out-of-hours capacity. The role involves responding to student mental health and welfare needs in the moment, while ensuring timely and appropriate support is provided to disabled students and those requiring urgent mental health intervention.
We are looking for someone who has:
- A strong understanding of student wellbeing, including knowledge of Autism Spectrum Condition and common mental health conditions affecting students
- Experience supporting individuals in crisis or managing urgent welfare concerns in a calm and professional manner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly
- The ability to assess risk and respond appropriately, including escalation where required
- A compassionate, non-judgemental approach with a commitment to inclusion and diversity
- Knowledge of safeguarding principles and confidentiality in a higher education or similar setting
- Experience of working collaboratively with internal services and external agencies to coordinate support
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities during busy periods
- Confidence in working independently, particularly in an out-of-hours environment
- Awareness of the barriers faced by disabled and neurodivergent students, and a proactive approach to reducing these
- IT literacy, including the ability to accurately record case notes and use internal systems
Working Pattern:
This role will involve working flexibly as part of a rota with another out-of-hours team member. The working pattern will typically include three days per week (Monday–Saturday), with a requirement to work two Saturdays per month. Standard hours will be Monday–Friday, 14:30–22:00, and Saturday, 09:00–16:30.
There may be enhancements for weekend working.
Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.
If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place in person, on campus
Interviews will take place on 10 June 2026
To find out more about the benefits offered by Teesside University, please review our Employee Benefits Brochure.
https://www.tees.ac.uk/depts/hr/benefits.cfm
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Student Adviser (Mental Health & Autism)
Company: Teesside University Salary: £37,369 to £43,099 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Middlesbrough, TS1 3BA Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 27 Oct 2026 Closing date: 10 Nov 2026
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