Group Mental Health Advisor; Outreach

Role

The College is seeking an experienced Mental Health Adviser to provide support to students based at Hackney Sixth Form campus, oversee our Mental Health Student Ambassador programme across the group and to increase our partnerships and outreach with key feeder schools to support continuity of mental health support for students.

Are you passionate about equality and committed to inclusion?
Can you provide confidential health information and support?
Do you have extensive experience of working with adolescents and adults with mental health conditions?
If so, we are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join our Mental Health & Wellbeing team of Counsellors and Mental Health Advisers. This is an opportunity to join the team in an exciting stage of its development. We were named as a Commended College in the 2023 AoC Beacon Awards for our work in mental health and wellbeing.

• Work face‑to‑face with a caseload of students and triage clients to the appropriate service, ensuring safeguarding of all learners.
• Provide short‑term mental health advice to individual learners to support their wellbeing and success in study.
• Facilitate drop‑in, small group sessions, and focused group work.
• Develop and coordinate the NCC Mental Health Student Ambassador programme.
• Liaise with local secondary schools, independent guidance services and external agencies to ensure learner access to internal and external referral sources.
• Be based at our Hackney Sixth Form campus 2 days per week, and across the group for 3 days per week. Travel costs between campuses and when visiting local schools are reimbursed.

• Educated to degree level with recognised professional qualifications and experience.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills.
• Possess significant experience of offering mental health interventions and providing confidential services.
• Experience of working with individuals from different cultures, disabilities, sexual orientations and ages, preferably within an education setting.
• Resilient, confident and able to work autonomously.

• Pension:
  New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS).
• Accessibility:
  All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On‑Site Facilities:
  Free access to on‑site gym facilities at some campuses and on‑site cafés serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development:
  Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry‑standard facilities and a collaborative working environment leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks:
  Interest‑free loans for annual travel season tickets, a health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts:
  Savings on day‑to‑day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY and travel.

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across East London, South‑West Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward‑thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high‑quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities.

We offer industry‑standard facilities, expert staff and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future‑ready skills and technology ensures students are well‑prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth‑form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero‑tolerance approach to racism and discrimination.

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