Mental Health Coordinator (0180-26)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

About the University

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Registry support all aspects of the student journey, right from initial enquiry and application, all the way through to final award and student completion. We strive to provide an outstanding service to all our users and to be thought leaders in our fields of expertise, developing research informed practise. Registry teams work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver a high-performance culture that promotes wellbeing, diversity and opportunity for all, supporting excellent student experience.

Student Services

Student Services provides a range of student support, information, guidance and development services across the University including, counselling, disability, mental health, financial support and other key services delivered centrally These teams work closely together (and with other sections of the university) to provide the best possible services to our students, to enhance the student experience, to help students achieve their full potential and to meet the strategic aims of the University. These services are central to the student experience, they are visible, seamless, effective and tailored to the needs of our student community.

About the Role

The Mental Health Coordinator plays a key role in the delivery of a specialist, student-centred mental health support service, acting as a central point of expertise for students experiencing mental health difficulties. Working with students who have complex and varied needs, you will provide assessment, risk management, tailored support plans, and advice on reasonable adjustments to help them succeed in their studies and university life.

You will work collaboratively with academic teams, professional services, and external agencies to ensure coordinated and effective support, while also providing expert guidance and training to staff across the University. In addition, you will lead and supervise trainee and associate counsellors, contribute to service development, and play an important role in shaping policies, strategies, and inclusive practices that promote student wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student experience while helping to drive a whole-university approach to mental health and wellbeing.

About You

We are looking for someone with substantial post-qualification experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs. You will have a strong background in assessing and managing risk, responding to crisis situations, and working with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health difficulties.

The successful candidate will be experienced in delivering effective one-to-one support both in person and remotely, building positive relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. You will be comfortable working within a complex environment, collaborating with multiple stakeholders and balancing competing priorities to achieve positive outcomes.

You will also possess excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to deliver training and engage with large groups of students and staff. Strong organisational skills and a commitment to professional practice are essential, including experience of maintaining accurate case records and supporting clients over sustained periods to achieve their personal and academic goals.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Local Government Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Lucy Doherty, Student Welfare Manager via L.Doherty2@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 25 Aug 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,260 to £36,251 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £41,689 per annum)

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