Specialist Study Skills Mentor (DSA-Funded) - High-Impact, Flexible Role
Join Randstad Student Support, the UK's leading provider of non-medical help (NMH) support, and leverage your specialist qualifications to empower university and college students with Autism. This is a rewarding, flexible, and high-paying opportunity to drive academic independence.The Offer: Unrivalled Compensation & Flexibility
... - Exceptional Hourly Rate: Earn £28 per hour, plus an additional £3.38 per hour in accrued holiday pay.
- Total Flexibility: Select your own working hours and schedule.
- Reliable Pay: Weekly payment for all approved time sheets via our online time sheet system for quicker student approvals.
- Full Employee Benefits: Engaged on a PAYE contract with entitlement to a Workplace Pension Scheme, and maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave.
Your Specialist Role & Key Impact
As a Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support Worker, you will provide vital academic guidance and create individual learning plans tailored to student needs. Your primary goal is to foster independent learning by supporting students to:
- Develop independence and build on their learning strengths.
- Create essential strategies for organisation and time management.
- Formulate action plans to successfully stay on track with studies.
- Build on crucial research skills, including widening knowledge, distinguishing appropriate sources, and correctly using references.
- Enhance reading and writing comprehension skills.
You are expected to act professionally, maintain confidentiality, and address any student concerns in a timely manner.Mandatory Qualification Requirements
This is a specialist, Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) funded role. Candidates must adhere strictly to the qualification framework set out by the Department for Education (DfE).
You MUST possess the following three qualifications as a minimum:
An Undergraduate Degree (Level 6 minimum) along with professional membership certificates
You can find a list of all accepted memberships here (pages 12 - 16).Professional Development & Perks
- Free CPD / eLearning included upon registration.
- Access to regular Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions.
- Free Employee Assistance Helpline and access to an online discounts hub.
- Unlimited cap on successful referrals through our "Refer a Friend" scheme.
Apply Today
If you hold the necessary specialist qualifications and are passionate about providing high-quality support to improve a student's academic journey, apply without delay