Pass (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) Leader

2 weeks ago


Sunderland, United Kingdom University of Sunderland Full time

Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) Leaders work with course specific students in
their first year of study at the University of Sunderland. They will facilitate _weekly _
- study sessions_ with another PASS leader allowing students to explore course content
in a relaxed environment where they can be supported by their peers. Leaders will
help students develop their understanding of course related content as well as
academic or practical skills.

The role of a PASS leader is to be supportive and encouraging and provide a safe
space for students to explore their course content to gain a deeper understanding.
This role is part of a scheme to increase the confidence and attainment of students
and aid them in the transition into Higher Education.

**Key Responsibilities**
**and Accountabilities**:

- To plan and deliver weekly study sessions and be prepared to discuss

content covered within first year taught sessions.
- To facilitate group discussion and encourage students to question content

and articulate any difficulties in order to deepen understanding
- To be flexible in engaging with content that students wish to discuss during

sessions, but equally prepared to explore other relevant content should
students not provide their own topics
- To develop session plans and reflective notes to discuss at debriefs, as well

as session evaluations
- To maintain accurate and detailed records of attendance for each session
- To feed back to the PASS Supervisors on progress of sessions and

evaluate the impact of the scheme
- To undertake ongoing training and contribute your ideas to the expansion of

the role and PASS community.
- To update PASS Canvas spaces with relevant resources and publish a

weekly Canvas announcement to encourage attendance at sessions
**Special**
**Circumstances**:
This role is during term time and possibly exam/assessment periods.
Applicants should be in good academic standing and should not be undergoing an
investigation for Academic Misconduct, Student Disciplinary Procedure or Fitness to
Practice. **_If applicable, this must be declared as soon as possible. _**

University of Sunderland

**Role Profile**

Part 2

**Part 2A: Essential and Desirable Criteria**

**_Essential_**

**Qualifications and Professional Memberships:
- Successful (predicted) completion of first year of study of specific courses

chosen for the PASS scheme 23/24 at the University of Sunderland.
(Please see job advert for courses running PASS in 23/24).
- Commitment to undertake in-person training on 12/13/14 September 2023**_ _**

prior to starting the role.
**Knowledge and Experience:
- Knowledge of the structure, assessment types and learning outcomes on

year 1 of one of the above courses.
- Knowledge of learning resources and support available to students at UoS

and how to access them.
- Ability to work productively with others to drive engagement.
- Demonstration of digital literacy skills and good working knowledge of

University systems including Canvas, Teams and Outlook.

**_Desirable _**

**_Qualifications and Professional Memberships:_**
- N/A

**Knowledge and Experience**:_ _**
- Awareness and understanding of different learning styles
- Awareness of wider issues that students may face
- Experience of mentoring or coaching
- The ability to engage with others to motivate, aid learning and encourage

participation to ensure the desired interactions between PASS participants.
- Experience of problem solving and proven adaptability in the workplace.

**Part 2B: Key Competencies**

**Competencies are**
**assessed at the**
**interview/selection**
**testing stage
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with people from a range

of backgrounds
- Confident use of IT systems to maintain accurate records.
- Efficient organization skills
- Positive, flexible, and empathetic approach to problem solving and support

provision
- Reliability and punctuality
- Motivation and commitment to the development of the role of PASS leader

**Date Completed**:16/2/2023


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