Details
1107047
Middlesex University
05/02/2026
1 Month
Approx. 1 hour per workshop (you will be allocated sessions)
Not Applicable
Pay
£13.85
£1.67
Description
Role
The role is open to current MDX students only.
Student Workshop Facilitators will co-deliver interactive psychoeducation workshops as part of a 4-week pilot project run by the Student Union and supported by the Education Officer. This role focuses on supporting student wellbeing through guided discussion, reflective activities, and inclusive facilitation rather than formal teaching or presenting.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in wellbeing facilitation while making a meaningful contribution to campus life.
This is a flexible role, designed to fit around academic commitments, and is paid at the London Living Wage. The role is open to current MDX students only.
Who Is This Role For?
This role is ideal for students studying Psychology, Education, Social Sciences, or related disciplines who are interested in gaining practical experience in facilitation, communication, and wellbeing support.
It is also well suited to students who want to:
- Build confidence, leadership, and group facilitation skills
- Explore mental health education and student wellbeing
- Gain applied experience alongside academic study
- Make a positive impact within the student community
No prior facilitation experience is required — full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Duties and responsibilities
As a Student Workshop Facilitator, you will:
- Co-facilitate short, interactive psychoeducation workshops (1 hour each)
- Support the delivery of sessions on topics such as stress, boundary setting, wellbeing, and accessing support
- Develop and adapt interactive workshop activities alongside the Education Officer
- Create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for open discussion
- Encourage participation, reflection, and peer discussion among students
- Model positive communication and healthy boundaries
- Respond appropriately to group dynamics and differing needs
- Take part in post-workshop debriefs and reflective discussions to review and improve sessions
Skills and experience
Skills & Experience (Essential)
- An interest in mental health, wellbeing, and psychoeducation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence in engaging with and facilitating discussions with other students
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and fellow student facilitators
- Willingness to learn, reflect, and receive guidance and feedback
- Good organisational skills and reliability
Skills & Experience (Desirable – not essential)
- Experience in peer support, mentoring, volunteering, or student leadership
- Studying (or interest in) psychology, mental health, social sciences, or related fields
- Lived experience or strong awareness of student wellbeing challenges
- A good level of self-awareness and ability to reflect on personal strengths and limit
Location
Hendon Campus
Benefits
What’s in It for You?
By joining this project, you will:
- Gain real-world experience in wellbeing facilitation and psychoeducation
- Develop leadership, communication, empathy, and reflective practice skills
- Receive structured training and mentoring from Student Union staff
- Strengthen your CV and professional profile
- Gain valuable experience relevant to careers in psychology, mental health, education, teaching, or social care
- Make a tangible, positive contribution to student wellbeing on campus
Additional information
Training & Support
All facilitators will take part in intensive, interactive training prior to delivering workshops. This will include:
- Managing group dynamics and inclusive facilitation
- Handling emotional distress or sensitive disclosures
- Practical engagement and delivery techniques
- Understanding the difference between presenting and facilitating
- Clear guidance on boundaries, safeguarding, and signposting support
Ongoing mentoring and support will be provided throughout the project.
Duration & Commitment
- Project Length: 4-week pilot
- Workshops:
- Two themed sessions, running bi-weekly
- Approx. 1 hour per workshop (you will be allocated sessions)
- Training:
- Mandatory facilitator training on 5th February
- Debriefs after each workshop facilitated
Indicative Schedule
- w/c 9th February – Workshop preparation
- w/c 16th February – Workshops delivered
- w/c 23rd February – Workshop preparation
- w/c 2nd March – Workshops delivered
Key Dates
- Closing date - 29th Jan, 9:00am
- Interviews - 3rd Feb
- Training - 5th Feb