Psychoeducation Workshop Facilitator

The 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 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 , designed to fit around academic commitments, and is paid at the London Living Wage. The is open to current MDX students only.

Who Is This For?

This 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

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