Freelance Specialist Study Skills Tutor

2 weeks ago

Dundee DD, United Kingdom Yorlinc - Assessment & Training Full time £16,800 - £21,600 per year

YorLinc provide a range of support to students in receipt of DSA (Disabled Students' Allowance) throughout the UK. We have provided accredited assessments and personalised training to students with specific learning difficulties, mental health problems, sensory impairments and physical disabilities for over 20 years. Due to the expansion of our services, we are looking for experienced Study Skills Tutors.

Specialist one-to-one Study Skills Support assists students to develop skills required for effective study in Higher Education, to enable them to become independent learners. You will support students on a one-to-one basis to overcome barriers to learning that result as an impact of their Specific Learning Difficulty. Support will be tailored to individual student need but may include the following areas: time management and organisation, attention, spelling, grammar, working memory and proofreading strategies.

Specialist Study Skills support is not subject specific however, course materials can be used as a framework for planned support.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· To deliver Specialist Study Skills sessions in accordance with DSA and YorLinc guidelines.

· Plan and implement specialised, tailored support based on students' individual disability-related issues.

· Record management and completion of documentation relevant to Specialist Study Skills sessions e.g., time sheets, individual support plans etc.

· Represent YorLinc in a professional manner and comply with all company policies and procedures.

· Regular supervision and CPD.

Essential Requirements:

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Professional Body Membership to PATOSS, BDA, ADSHE or Dyslexia Guild.
  • A Teaching Qualification
  • A relevant Postgraduate Qualification

Successful candidates will have experience of supporting students with Specific Learning Difficulties in Higher Education, knowledge of how SpLDs impact learning and an understanding of the strengths that students with SpLDs can bring to an academic environment.

Additional Information: Working hours will vary dependent on the needs of the students, and the number of the students you will be allocated to support in the role. A mixture of remote and in-person support will be required based on the preference of students. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, have internet access and a full driving license. A valid PVG is also required.

If the opportunity to support students in higher education with disabilities and additional needs interests you, then please submit a cover letter with your CV detailing why you feel you would be the ideal candidate for the job role described.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: £32.00-£35.00 per hour

Application question(s):

  • Do you currently hold, or are you willing to arrange, Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance?
  • Please confirm the professional body you have membership with and the level of your membership.
  • Are you able to travel to Dundee and/or Kirkcaldy to provide support to students in person?

Experience:

  • DSA Specialist Study Skills Tutor: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • professional membership? (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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