• Foster a positive and welcoming environment for students.
• Contribute to student wellbeing and overall academic success.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $74,450–$79,085 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The division of Student Wellbeing and Engagement facilitates a high-quality student experience through the provision of integrated and comprehensive services. The division is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and the UWA Safe, Respectful and Inclusive Communities Framework. Student Wellbeing and Engagement has five broad areas - tertiary prevention through the Complex Case Management team; early intervention, cohort initiatives and timely access to low barrier services through the Student Wellbeing team; counselling through the Psychology team; Grand Challenges and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience through the Student Engagement team; and primary prevention programs and clinical response to gender-based violence through the Safe and Respectful Communities team. 

About the opportunity

• You will provide a professional, welcoming and efficient reception service to UWA students, staff and external stakeholders seeking to access the programs and services provided by Student Wellbeing and Engagement.
• Assist with appointment bookings, and administrative tasks associated with Student Wellbeing and Engagement teams and projects.
• Liaise with other areas of the University applying a sound knowledge of Student Wellbeing and Engagement programs and ensuring the effective dissemination and tracking of relevant information.

About you

• Year 12 or equivalent competency.
• Considerable relevant customer service and administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• High level of proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, web content management and email.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to use initiative and maintain confidentiality of sensitive student information.

Special Requirements

• A current National Police Clearance Certificate,
• Working with Children Check.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION Student Wellbeing Assistant (519939).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sally Stott at sally.stott@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 29th April 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.