At a Glance
- Tasks: Support autistic students in their academic journey through tailored mentoring and guidance.
- Company: Randstad Student Support, dedicated to empowering students with diverse needs.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid role, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a fulfilling career helping others.
- Why this job: Be a trusted mentor and help students thrive academically and personally.
- Qualifications: Undergraduate degree and specialised training in adult autism required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Randstad Student Support are recruiting for Specialist Mentors to work with autistic students studying at Universities and/or Colleges in BELFAST. The role is set to begin and is a hybrid role. All successful candidates must be able to travel to the local University or college and offer both in person and online sessions flexibly to meet student preferences. As a Specialist Mentor, you would be a trusted advisor for students. You will be required to assist students throughout the full academic year. You will help students to reflect on their experiences in study as well as introducing strategies to overcome certain barriers.
Responsibilities
- Support students on a 1-1 basis to understand what is required of them academically
- Develop time management and organisational skills
- Break down tasks to meet deadlines
- Manage anxiety, stress or low mood
- Prepare for new experiences
- Build on confidence and strengths to become an independent learner
Qualifications
As this is a specialist role, you must have the correct qualifications and training. All students you will be supporting are funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) meaning all candidates providing this role must adhere to the qualification framework set out by the DfE. Candidates must be qualified to undergraduate degree level (level 6 as minimum) and have taken extensive training in adult autism. The extensive training may include: 6 National Autistic Society 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.
Specialist Mentor (SM-ASC) QAF employer: Randstad Student Support
Randstad Student Support is an excellent employer, offering a flexible part-time role that allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with disabilities at the University of Exeter. With a supportive work culture that values punctuality and organization, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to higher education. The opportunity to enhance your knowledge while working in a dynamic environment makes this position particularly rewarding.
