Mental Health Advisor

Northbrook College, part of the Chichester College Group

Mental Health Advisor (Maternity Cover) NBK7472

Pro rata of £31,279 to £34,189 per annum (i.e. £19,105.55 - £20,883.01)

26 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

A fixed term, maternity cover, post has arisen for a Mental Health Advisor at our Northbrook, West Durrington campus, and Worthing Colleges.

We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead and coordinate support for students with mental health needs.

You will manage a caseload, act as the main point of contact, and provide guidance to staff to ensure effective and inclusive support. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies, you will help deliver a joined-up approach to student wellbeing, contribute to policy and best practice, and promote a positive mental health culture through training and initiatives.

You will need to have experience of working with children and adults with Mental Health difficulties as well as experience and/or awareness of the issues facing learners in FE and HE. It is essential that you have worked within a multi-disciplinary team and in an educational setting.

You should also have knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and online platforms. Along with a knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults you must have an in depth understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education. It is imperative that you are able to meet deadlines under pressure and have proven organisational skills.

Our Staff Benefits:

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme the Group contributes 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
• Discount schemes including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

This role is a fixed term maternity cover for a maximum of one year or the return, resignation or replacement of the current post holder, whichever is sooner.

Closing date: 18 May 2026

Interview date: 11 June 2026

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.