Empower students to understand their rights and navigate complex university processes with confidence. Provide confidential, trauma-informed advocacy that helps students navigate misconduct matters and access appropriate support.
We are seeking a Student Advocate to join the Student Representation, Advocacy and Wellbeing team at the Western Sydney University Student Union.
In this rewarding role, you will provide confidential, trauma-informed advocacy and individual support to students navigating academic and general misconduct, grievance and disciplinary processes. You will help students understand their rights and options, interpret relevant policies, and prepare submissions, appeals, statements and other supporting documentation.
You will accompany students to formal meetings and hearings, advocate for fair treatment and procedural fairness, and coordinate referrals to appropriate University, legal, health and community services. Through effective case management, you will maintain accurate and confidential records while managing multiple matters within required timeframes.
Working collaboratively with students, University staff, student leaders and external agencies, you will help create coordinated, student-centred support pathways. You will also contribute to the development of resources and information sessions that build awareness of misconduct processes, respectful relationships and available support services.
Success in this role will be demonstrated through trusted advocacy, sound judgement and timely, coordinated support for students. This includes:
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
The successful candidate will bring advocacy or case management experience, sound professional judgement and the ability to support students through complex and sensitive matters. They will demonstrate:
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.
Western Sydney University Student Union (WSUSU) is a newly established, student-led not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing student life across Western Sydney University campuses.
WSUSU delivers services, programs, advocacy and opportunities that support student wellbeing, engagement, representation and belonging. Working in partnership with students, University stakeholders and the broader community, the Union is focused on building an inclusive, vibrant and student-centred culture across the University’s diverse campus communities.
As a growing organisation in its establishment phase, WSUSU offers a unique opportunity to help shape systems, services and experiences that will have a lasting impact on the student community.
