Help shape the future of student mental health in universities!

Are you passionate about student wellbeing and higher education? Do you have an eye for detail and a strong sense of fairness? We’re looking for Student Assessors to evaluate universities' approaches to mental health and wellbeing as part of our University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Award.

This is a flexible, freelance role that allows you to contribute to sector-wide improvements while developing your professional skills.

About the Role

As a Student Assessor, you will:
✅ Evaluate universities’ self-assessments, student-led reports, and supporting evidence.
✅ Facilitate onsite discussions with staff and students to understand their experiences.
✅ Assess how well institutions meet the Principles of Good Practice for student mental health.
✅ Produce a detailed Outcomes Report with recommendations for improvement.
✅ Work collaboratively with a community of Assessors to ensure fairness and consistency.

What We Offer

🎓 Comprehensive training – In-person, paid training for all new Assessors.
📈 CPD – In-person 1-day paid CPD session per year
🤝 Support network – Dedicated Programme Manager, peer buddy scheme with experiences assessors & regular debriefs
📚 Exclusive resources – Access to our online Hub for guidance, handbooks, and updates
💡 Impactful work – Play a key role in shaping university-wide mental health improvements

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including students and recent graduates with experience in higher education, student representation, or mental health. You’ll need:
🔹 Strong analytical and communication skills.
🔹 The ability to assess evidence fairly and make informed judgments.
🔹 Confidence in facilitating discussions with staff and students.
🔹 A commitment to promoting best practices in student wellbeing.

Additional Notes

🔹Hours of work: 1-2 Award Assessments per academic year
🔹Renumeration: £2000 (inc. VAT) per assessment, plus travel and accommodation expenses; + £200 (inc. VAT) per mandatory in-person training day (this includes initial new assessor training and annual training days going forward), plus travel and accommodation expenses.
🔹Contract: Self-employed
🔹Start date: Must be available to attend two full days of training on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th July in Leeds - this will include some prerequisite reading. You will be assigned to your first assessment from September 2025 onwards.

How to Apply?

Application deadline: 2nd May

You will hear back from us on the 9th May and should you be shortlisted, you will be invited to a competency interview on one of the following days:

Using AI in job application and interview

We value transparency and fairness in our recruitment process. As part of your application and interview, you may use AI tools to assist with grammar and style when drafting your answers. However, all information must be accurate and represent your own experiences and skills truthfully. We are interested in understanding your genuine capabilities and potential. Misrepresentation or plagiarism of any kind will lead to potential applicants being excluded from the recruitment process.

Please reach out if:

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact vacancies@studentminds.org.uk . We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

Student Minds is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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