The University of Bath is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive community where students and staff can thrive both intellectually and personally.

As incidents of sexual violence, racism, hate crime, stalking, domestic violence, bullying, and harassment become increasingly complex, we recognise the importance of enhancing our support services and adopting innovative approaches.

These exciting new roles will join the recently created Harassment and Gender-Based Violence Team within the Student Support and Safeguarding Department.

The Role Will

provide professional, specialist support to students affected by gender-based violence or harassment.
empower students to make informed decisions, ensuring access to appropriate services and support.
work closely with internal departments and external agencies to provide holistic care.
contribute to developing a culture of respect through training, education, and awareness initiatives.

About You

We are seeking an experienced, knowledgeable and confident professional to provide specialist support to our student community.

You Will

be committed to a student led and trauma informed approach.
have significant experience/and or a professional qualification in working with individuals who have experienced sexual violence and harassment.
be experienced in working with individuals to assess and manage their risk and needs in relation to their experience.
have a proven ability to manage a complex caseload.
understand and demonstrate the importance of working collaboratively with others.
be committed to raising awareness through training and other activities of the harm caused by gender based abuse.

Further information

There is a genuine occupational requirement to recruit a female to this vacancy due to casework requirements, and the majority of students accessing the services specifically request a female practitioner.

We are seeking to recruit 2 full-time equivalent roles however we are flexible in approach as to how we achieve this, as such we welcome applications from those wishing to work both full and part-time hours (minimum 0.4 fte).

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Lisa Ring, Senior Case Manager at ljr57@bath.ac.uk.

A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for this role.

What we can offer you

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

Free counselling services through Health Assured
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Staff discount at Team Bath gym
Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
Staff discount on language courses
Generous employer contributory pension schemes
Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
Local discounts and more
A family-friendly workplace
An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
Relocation allowance
Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.

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Closing Date: 02 Mar 2025

Department: Management, Specialist and Administration

Salary: £37,999 to £45,163 pro rata

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