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Randstad Student Support is recruiting Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support Workers to assist university students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) at the University of Liverpool. This role begins at the start of the academic year and combines both face-to-face and online sessions, depending on student preferences. Successful applicants must be able to travel to campus as required.

About the Role

In this role, you will deliver tailored academic support designed to foster student independence. You will work one-on-one to build learning strategies that support each student's needs and educational goals. The focus is on building confidence, academic ability, and long-term skills development.

Main Responsibilities

As a Specialist Study Skills Support Worker, you will assist students to:

• Develop independent study habits and academic confidence
• Build personalised learning strategies
• Improve organisation and time management skills
• Create and follow structured action plans
• Enhance research skills using credible sources
• Understand and use referencing methods correctly

Essential Criteria

• To meet DSA funding requirements, you must hold membership with one of the following professional bodies at the appropriate level (as listed on page 17 of the qualification framework):
• British Dyslexia Association (BDA)
• Association of Dyslexia Specialists in Higher Education (ADSHE)
• Dyslexia Guild
• The Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS)

Only applicants with approved memberships will be considered for this role.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with individuals with SpLDs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a positive, student-led support environment
• Professional conduct, reliability, and punctuality
• Good organisational skills and workload management

Benefits of Working with Randstad

• Flexible working hours - choose your own schedule
• £28/hour + £3.38 holiday pay, paid weekly via PAYE
• Work with the UK's leading DSA support provider
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Helpline
• Unlimited referral scheme - refer colleagues and earn rewards

What Our Team Says

"Randstad is a great place to work - allowing independence, freedom, and creativity."
"My experience with Randstad has been phenomenal."
"Everyone I've spoken to has been helpful and supportive."
"I have a great work-life balance thanks to the flexible schedule."

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about helping students thrive in higher education and meet the qualification criteria, we encourage you to apply.

Next Steps:
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a brief informal chat. If successful, a formal interview will follow. Final offers are subject to completing the registration process with Randstad.

Have Questions?
Call us on 0161 521 6206 for more information.