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Student Mental Health Adviser

Pertemps Open University

Loughborough, Leicestershire

Salary

£41,808

Contract

Contract

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will help university students with mental health concerns, mainly online with some office days. The role is full‑time, remote‑friendly and suits people with counselling or mental health experience.

What you'll need

  • Relevant degree or qualification in mental health or counselling
  • Experience supporting young adults or students
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • Ability to work remotely and manage own schedule
  • Flexibility to attend office days in Milton Keynes, Nottingham or Manchester

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any student‑focused mental health work on your CV
  • Show examples of remote support you have delivered
  • Make sure you have a quiet, reliable internet setup
  • Prepare references who can speak about your counselling skills
  • Check you can travel to the chosen campus for office days

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Job description

Student Mental Health Adviser Fixed-Term Contract - 6 Months Location: Remote Working with monthly agreed days in the office (in one of either Milton Keynes, Nottingham or Manchester campus). Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37 hours per week) Flexible working between 8:30am-5:00pm Pay Rate: £20.10 per hour Start Date: September 2026 The Open University is the UK's largest university, supporting thousands of students studying flexibly across the UK. As part of their Student Wellbeing Team, w…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

5 September 2026

Last checked

5 September 2026

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About the employer

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Pertemps Open University

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