Student Financial Wellbeing Advisor

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Glasgow Caledonian University - the University for the Common Good - is a vibrant, values-led, multi-cultural, civic University with a global outlook and strong commitment to delivering social innovation and sustainable development in its education and research.

Our organisational strategy is aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals and our globally recognised researchers advise governments, industry and international bodies. We’re ranked fourth in the world and first in the UK for promoting gender equality, in the top 70 universities globally for social impact, and first in Scotland for health and wellbeing, and reduced inequalities, for which we are also ranked 21st in the world (THE Impact Rankings, 2022). In 2020-21, we contributed £1.7 billion and more than 14,000 jobs across the globe (BIGGAR Economics, 2022).

GCU is committed to widening participation, and delivering positive outcomes for our students. We are Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships. With campuses in Glasgow, London and New York, we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from 130 countries. Guided by our values – integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve.

An exciting part time post has arisen to be part of the Student Enquiries, Advice and Events Department responsible for delivering excellent student support and enhancing the student experience, in line with the University's goal to deliver an outstanding student experience.

The Student Funding Wellbeing Advisor, will work within the Student Funding Team, based within the wider Student Enquiries, Advice and Events department. The Advisor will work closely with the wider Student Support Teams as well as relevant colleagues across all GCU Schools and professional support areas. This is to ensure that students have access to support and advice of the highest quality.

The purpose of this post is to provide advice and information on financial wellbeing. With the cost-of-living soaring, it is essential are students understand how to manage money, what support is available and how to manage their wellbeing in relations to finances. The role will focus on the promotions of funds, providing money management information, money saving tips and what support is available. Additionally, the post holder will run workshops, pops up and create social media content to support our student’s financial wellbeing, while keeping up to speed with any new initiatives or support that can help our students financially.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent and have experience in delivering financial wellbeing advice. The ability to exercise discretion and integrity while dealing with sensitive issues is essential. Whilst you will have the ability to work on your own initiative, to deliver creative solutions, with previous marketing experience. You will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to network and develop relationships.

If you would like to discuss in further detail, please contact Kirsty MacInnes, Head of Student Enquiries, Advice and Events, on 0141 273 1771 or email kirsty.macinnes@gcu.ac.uk

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do. As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success​.

The University holds the prestigious Athena SWAN Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across different disciplines.

As a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident 'Committed' level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the Carer Positive ‘Engaged’ employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).