Student Advisor (International and Funding) (SS106)

The Student Advice team is part of Student Services and aims to deliver student centred advice and guidance to student on a range of funding, financial, housing and immigration (Tier 4) matters in a timely manner.

We are seeking a Student Advisor who is self-motivated, proactive, organised and has proven ability to work effectively with conflicting priorities and short timescales. You will undertake casework, and provide support and guidance to students and staff in respect of a range of practical advice matters, including immigration, finance and funding regulations.  You will also be expected to contribute to the provision of a professional and specialist advice and guidance service to all students, to encourage their academic progress and student retention.

Successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal, communication, advocacy and customer service skills with proven case work experience and the ability to work closely with students and staff alike.  Experience of working in higher education is essential.  You must also have excellent I.T. skills, working with IT systems to record and report on a wide range of confidential matters.

This appointment requires a flexible approach to working hours as weekend and evening cover is required.

The University of West London is a leading modern university specialising in the education and development of exceptional creative, business and service professionals.  We set ourselves apart by being a career focussed, professionally engaged, university of quality.  We have grown in both size and reputation and have been ranked the best modern University in London (The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018).  With the Elizabeth line opening we will be even more accessible, with Ealing 42 minutes away from Reading and 24 minutes from Liverpool Street.

CVs without an online application will not be accepted.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 01 October 2018.

An enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post (to be undertaken upon appointment). Please find attached the University's Criminal Convictions, Disclosure and Barring Policy and Procedire for further information.

Closing Date: 23 Sep 2018
Category: Support