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Student Journey & Support Services
Vacancy Type
Indefinite
Management and Senior Administrative (ALC)
Proposed Advert End Date
31 Aug 2026

About the Role:

Student & Academic Services
Student Journey and Support Services
 
 Wellbeing Manager (Advice and Engagement)
Ref: ALC1669
 
 Starting salary from £38,784 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum (pro rata for part-time). 
 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and values-driven Wellbeing Manager to join the University of East Anglia’s Wellbeing Service.

The Wellbeing Manager (Advice & Engagement) is a key role within Student Journey and Support Services team. Working closely with the Head of Wellbeing, Heads of Department and other senior colleagues, you will play a pivotal role in leading, developing and delivering high-quality wellbeing and disability provision for students.

You will have operational responsibility for the Wellbeing Advisory Service, providing day‑to‑day leadership and line management to a team of Wellbeing Advisers which includes offering advice and guidance on casework, monitoring demand, capacity and waiting times, and ensuring agreed performance targets are met. You will ensure that students are supported in a holistic, timely and student‑centred way.

A core aspect of the role is supporting the University to meet its statutory responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010, including the provision of reasonable adjustments, and promoting inclusive practice across the institution. You will contribute to service development, operational planning, reporting on key performance indicators, staff recruitment and development, and the promotion of wellbeing and disabled student support.

You will bring substantial experience of working in student wellbeing, disability and/or mental health support and/or contribution to service delivery and operational planning. You will have a strong understanding of the higher education environment and be confident leading and supporting staff in a demanding setting. Experience of working within policy frameworks, managing competing priorities and contributing to service improvement is essential. 

The post is available immediately on an indefinite basis and can be offered on a full‑time or part‑time basis (minimum 0.8 FTE).

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options, and we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.

Benefits include:
  • 44 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: 31 August 2026 

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Anna Rees, Head of Wellbeing (Advice & Engagement) via [email protected]

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