Student and Academic Services
Student Journey & Support Services
Wellbeing Trainer
Ref: SC5023
Salary on appointment will be £31,236 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £37,694 per annum (pro rata).
At UEA we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically, personally, and socially. As part of our dedication to student wellbeing, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Wellbeing Trainer three days a week to join our team and deliver transformative wellbeing programs across the university.
As a Wellbeing Trainer, you will design and deliver wellbeing-focused training and skills building sessions that empower students to take proactive control of their mental health and overall wellbeing. You will also provide essential information on available support services and how to access them. Key topics will include stress management, resilience, wellness action planning, motivation, and mental health awareness, with both in-person and online sessions offered across the university.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to a range of initiatives, from embedding wellbeing practices within the curriculum to offering a central menu of workshops, events and online resources accessible to students throughout the academic year. You will also tailor your approach to meet the unique needs of diverse student groups, ensuring the highest impact in enhancing their wellbeing. This role is not just about delivering knowledge; it’s about using pedagogical strategies to activate learning, build essential skills, and foster lasting behavioural change.
In addition to teaching and learning, you will recognise the importance of engaging students in a digital-first era, requiring you to strategically select innovative methods to maximise participation and engagement. This includes input into the management of the service’s social media channels as a vital tool for communication, awareness, and student engagement, as well as developing and maintaining a comprehensive bank of online resources, accessible 24/7, to provide continuous support.
You must have proven experience of delivering training or workshops both in-person and online. Experience or familiarity with working in a wellbeing context and/or within higher education is highly desirable.
You must be committed to working positively as an active ally, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion as well as being able to work collaboratively with a diverse range of individuals.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child and Adult Barred Lists. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable adults.
This part-time post (0.6 FTE) is available immediately on a fixed-term basis of 2 years.
Benefits include:
- 39 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time)
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 6 September 2026
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