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Specialist Learning Advisor (0.5 FTE)

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart. 

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are looking to recruit a Specialist Learning Advisor for a 0.5 (FTE) role, split across 3 days at our Lancaster campus. Working pattern will consist of a minimum of 2-days on campus to deliver in-person and online learning and mentoring support to students.

Informal enquiries:  Donna Stretton - Disability Services Manager - donna.stretton@cumbria.ac.uk 

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

For more information about the University of Cumbria, click here.

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Job Description

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

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Job Details
Department
Student Support
Location
Lancaster
Starting Salary
£31,236 with incremental progression to £37,694 (pro rata)
Post Type
Part Time
Hours per Week
17.5
Contract Type
Permanent
Release Date
Friday 11 September 2026
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Friday 25 September 2026
Interview Date
Tuesday 06 October 2026
Reference
XX163326
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