Randstad Student Support is looking for a Specialist Mentor to support university students with disabilities or mental health conditions in St Andrews. This role is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on students academic journeys by providing tailored support to help them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
The Role
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Start Date: Immediate
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Flexibility: This is a hybrid role, combining both in:person and online sessions.
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Impact: Provide personalized support to help students build confidence and achieve academic success.
As a Specialist Mentor, you will:
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Help students develop and implement effective time management and organizational skills.
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Break down complex tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
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Provide guidance on balancing academic demands with daily life.
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Teach strategies for managing anxiety and stress.
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Foster independent learning by helping students build confidence and self:reliance.
Requirements
To be eligible for this role, you must be a member of one of the following professional bodies, as the position is funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA):
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BACP : The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
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BPS : British Psychological Society
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HCPC : Health and Care Professions Council
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NCPS : National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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NMC : Nursing and Midwifery Council
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SWE : Social Work England
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SCW : Social Care Wales
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UMHAN : The University Mental Health Advisers Network
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COSCA : Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland
Desirable Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
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Proven experience working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage a student caseload.
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A professional and confidential approach to building a rapport with students.
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The ability to identify and leverage students unique learning strengths.
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A high degree of punctuality and reliability.
Benefits of Working with Randstad
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Flexible Working Hours: You can set your own schedule to fit your lifestyle.
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Competitive Compensation: A pay rate of GBP28:GBP30 per hour.
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Industry Leadership: Join the UKs leading provider of non:medical support.
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Efficient Payments: Our online timesheet system ensures quick approvals and weekly payments.
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Professional Development: Access to free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and e:learning resources, as well as regular Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions.
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Comprehensive Perks: A pay:as:you:earn (PAYE) contract, access to an Employee Assistance Helpline, an online discounts hub, and a Workplace Pension Scheme.
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Leave Entitlements: You are entitled to maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave.
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Referral Scheme: An unlimited referral bonus for all successful referrals.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications and skills for this position, we encourage you promptly.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal chat, followed by a formal interview. Successful candidates will then be guided through the registration process.
For any inquiries, Vivina Joshna at .