Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Sussex, United Kingdom University of Sussex Full time

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Graduate Mental Health Practitioner) to join the University Wellbeing, Therapeutic and Residential Life Services which is part of the Student Experience Division.  This position requires a dynamic and experienced mental health practitioner to be part of a forward-looking team delivering evidence-based interventions which foster student autonomy and resilience.

The role-holder will work under supervision within a multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality, brief, outcome-focussed, evidence-based interventions for students experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties using Cognitive and behavioural techniques.  The role will also incorporate a range of casework, triage, care-planning, risk assessment, proactive wellbeing advice and campaigns; alongside opportunities to develop an effective internal and external network. 

About you

The successful candidate will have completed an IAPT low intensity or PWP training course accredited by the BPS or BABCP on behalf of the IAPT programme; or a Level 6 Psychological wellbeing practitioner apprenticeship; or a PG Cert in Mental Health Practice. Additionally, the successful candidate will have proven experience of effective strong experience of working with people struggling with their mental health including experience of working with neurodiversity, crisis intervention and managing risk. Experience in motivational interviewing, health promotion and delivering psycho-educative workshops would be advantageous.

About our Division

Our Student Experience is all about our Students. We work diligently to ensure that all our students are supported and have positive meaningful experiences in our University. We are led by our Student Experience Director and her Leadership team. Our services focus on Academic Quality, Student Data & Records, Careers & Entrepreneurship, Advice & Guidance, Complaints & Conduct, and Student Wellbeing. We work collaboratively with our Schools and Divisions to ensure our students have environment that will further enhances their potential and equip them to pursue their goals and aspirations.

Why work here…

Our University is situated just off of the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are easily accessible by public transport; a 5-minute walk from the train station and bus stops within the campus. We have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to cycle to work with our offering of a cycle to work scheme. 

Sussex is a renowned, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are Faculty, Student, or a member of a Professional Services Team, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.

The benefits that you will receive from day one:

  • Generous pension scheme available.
  • Purchase additional Annual Leave though our Scheme for a great home and work life balance.
  • Discounts of public transport, Cycle to work Scheme, and special rates in hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region.
  •  Discounts on high-street shops through our Rewards partner, along with a Cash back Health Plan.
  • Considerable discount on our on-site Gym Facilities because we care about our employees’ Health and Wellbeing.

Please contact Bev Chapman Beverley.Chapman@sussex.ac.uk if you have any queries, but please ensure that you read the Job description thoroughly first.

For full details and how to apply, click the 'Apply' button above.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

£37,099 to £44,263 per annum, pro rata if part time



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