Academic Support Specialist

1 day ago

Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Randstad Full time
Job Title: Specialist Mentor

Job Summary:

Randstad Student Support is seeking a Specialist Mentor to support university and college students in Dundee who have specific learning disabilities or mental health conditions. As a trusted advisor, you will assist students in reflecting on their experiences, introducing strategies to overcome barriers, and achieving a balance in study and daily living.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support students on a 1-2-1 basis to create strategies around organisation and time management, breaking down tasks to meet deadlines, and achieving an appropriate balance in study and daily living.
  • Manage anxiety, stress, or low mood, and prepare students for new experiences.
  • Ensure the needs of individual students are taken into consideration on a case-by-case basis and address any concerns in a timely manner.
  • Maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times, sharing relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to students.

Requirements:

Membership with at least one of the following professional bodies is required:

  • BACP - The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
  • BPS - British Psychological Society
  • HCPC - Health and Care Professions Council
  • NCPS - National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
  • NMC - Nursing and Midwifery Council
  • SWE - Social Work England
  • SCW - Social Care Wales
  • UMHAN - The University Mental Health Advisers Network
  • COSCA - Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience of working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to identify ways of helping students build on their learning strengths while maintaining a confidential and professional working relationship
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to manage a caseload of students

Benefits of Working with Randstad:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Competitive hourly rate of £28 plus accrued holiday pay
  • Access to an online timesheet system
  • Weekly payment for approved timesheets
  • Free CPD/elearning
  • Free Employee Assistance Helpline
  • Access to online discounts hub
  • Workplace Pension Scheme
  • Entitled to maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
  • Refer a friend scheme

About Randstad:

Randstad is a leading provider of non-medical help support. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about improving a student's academic journey and believe you have the relevant qualifications and skills for the role, please do not delay in applying. We will contact you for a short informal chat about the role followed by a formal interview. If you are successful, you will then be taken through the registration process.

Contact Information:

For any questions or to discuss the role further, please call the office on 0161 247 8800 and ask to speak to Theo.

Equal Opportunities Employer:

Randstad SWS acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad SWS is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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