Specialist Mentor - Autism Support (Newman University)
Location: Newman University, Birmingham
Hourly Rate: £28 + £3.38 holiday pay
Randstad Student Support is looking for dedicated Specialist Mentors to provide tailored, one-to-one support to autistic students at Newman University. This hybrid role begins with the new academic year and offers flexible working hours to suit your availability.
About the Role
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As a Specialist Mentor, you'll work closely with individual students, providing non-therapeutic support to help them navigate the challenges of university life associated with autism. Your role will be key in empowering students to build confidence, independence, and academic success.
Key Responsibilities
You will support students by helping them to:
Understand academic expectations and course requirements
Improve time management and organisational skills
Break tasks down into manageable steps to meet deadlines
Manage anxiety, stress, or low mood related to their studies or student life
Prepare for unfamiliar or challenging situations
Develop confidence and independence by building on their strengths
You will also collaborate with Randstad to monitor progress, raise concerns when necessary, and maintain professional standards, including confidentiality at all times.
Essential Criteria
To work as a Specialist Mentor under the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA), you must meet the qualification criteria set out by the Department for Education.
You must:
Hold a relevant undergraduate degree (minimum Level 6)
Have completed autism-specific training suitable for mentoring in higher education
Eligible training includes:
Six NAS Modules (Non-Medical Helper package),
OR
The Optimum Training Course - Autism and ADHD in Higher Education: Recognising and addressing the barriers through Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Mentoring and Study Skills Strategies
Not sure if you're eligible? Call us for an informal chat at 0161 247 8800.
Desirable Skills and Experience
Experience supporting autistic individuals, ideally within an educational setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to foster independent learning and self-advocacy
Strong organisational and time-management capabilities
Professionalism, punctuality, and reliability
Confidence in managing your own caseload
What We Offer
Flexible Hours - Work around your existing schedule
Competitive Pay - £28/hour + £3.38 holiday pay (paid weekly)
Join a Leading Provider - Work with the UK's largest DSA support network
Easy Admin - Quick online timesheets and approvals
Free CPD and e-Learning - Access professional development resources
Wellbeing Support - Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Referral Bonuses - Unlimited rewards for referring friends or colleagues
How to Apply
If you're passionate about supporting students and meet the required qualifications, we'd love to hear from you.
Next Steps:
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an informal phone discussion
Successful applicants will be invited to a formal interview
If offered the role, you'll go through a full registration and onboarding process
Join Randstad and help make a real difference in the lives of students at Newman University.
