Work location /Flexible working: We are open to discussions about flexible working. This role is available on a full time or part time basis of 18.5 hours per week and above. We are currently recruiting up to 2 FTE.
It is anticipated that a hybrid working pattern can be adopted for this role, where you can work from home and the office. 1 FTE will be contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes Office with the expectation that you will attend the office 3 days per month and in response to business need. 1 FTE is negotiable and can be based in any one of the OU offices in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland with a requirement to be on-site 2 days per month and in response to business need.
DBS Check: Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check or equivalent for their nation of residency.
How to apply: To apply for this role please submit the following as separate documents:
- CV
- Supporting statement, up to 1,000 words, you should set out in your statement why you’re interested in this role and provide examples of where your skills and experience meet the required competencies for this role as detailed in the job and person specification.
You will also be prompted to answer the following question:
The Student Welfare Adviser role is responsible for providing support to students who are living with or have experienced:
- Harassment or sexual misconduct
- Domestic Abuse
- Gender-based violence
- Safeguarding issues
Please can you describe how your skillset would be able to meet the needs of students experiencing one or more of those issues and how you would support their continuation as a student. (Max 250 words)
Early closing date: We may close this job advert earlier than the published closing date where a satisfactory number of applications are received. We would therefore encourage early applications.
