Become a Wellbeing Champion

Are you passionate about positive wellbeing?

Apply to become a Wellbeing Champion 

If you're passionate about positive wellbeing and want to pass this on to other students, we'd love for you to get involved. We'll provide training and support to help you to deliver campaigns and link you with a network of like-minded people.

What is a Wellbeing Champion?

Wellbeing Champions are student volunteers who take the lead with wellbeing by actively promoting and supporting wellbeing activities and services at the University of Wolverhampton. They help to deliver a wide range of public health campaigns to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities. They are at the heart of the University's commitment to transforming lives and communities. 

What's in it for you? 

There is so much to be gained by becoming a Wellbeing Champion! 

The role provides you with access to a range of training opportunities and micro-credentials to boost your skill set and increase your employability; these include mental and physical health, leadership skills, British Sign Language, and much more!  

This role will open up many opportunities for you, including an exclusive placement within the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Public Health team. 

We understand as students, you need flexibility around your studies, and that’s why you can choose how much and when you want to contribute.

Becoming a Wellbeing Champion will enhance your CV and expand your job perspectives.

Upon your graduation, you will be given an award from the Vice-Chancellor for your contribution. 

How to apply? 

To apply, complete the online form, answering a few questions including why you want to be a Wellbeing Champion, what wellbeing means to you, and what skills or previous experience you have which will make you an eligible candidate. 

Applications from all students with an interest in wellbeing and who want to actively improve others’ wellbeing are welcome. Students must be enrolled as a current student at the University of Wolverhampton, of any level (3-8) and any campus (Walsall, Springfield, Wolverhampton, Telford). You can be studying on a full or part-time basis. There will be the chance to carry out your role at any of these 4 campuses, but all community-based work will take place in Wolverhampton.

Your application will be reviewed, and if successful, you will be asked to attend an induction. The induction will give you an in-depth understanding of the role so that you are ready to start!

Find out more: wlv.ac.uk/wellbeingchamps

Email wellbeingchampions@wlv.ac.uk