<div><h3>Specialist ASC Mentor (Disabled Students Allowance - DSA Funded)</h3><h3>Unlock a Rewarding, Flexible Career Supporting University Students</h3><p>Join Randstad Student Support, the UKs leading provider of non-medical help support, and make a profound impact on a students academic journey. This hybrid role offers unparalleled flexibility and highly competitive compensation.</p><h3>Key Offer Details</h3><ul><li>Exceptional Hourly Rate: Earn 28 per hour, plus an additional 3.38 per hour in accrued holiday pay.</li><li>Total Flexibility: Select your own working hours to fit your lifestyle.</li><li>Impactful Work: Provide vital one-to-one mentoring to students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and other mental health challenges.</li></ul><h3>MANDATORY Specialist Role Requirements</h3><p>This is a specialist, DSA-funded role, meaning all candidates must strictly adhere to the qualification framework set out by the Department for Education (DfE).</p><p>You MUST possess the following:</p><ul><li>Undergraduate Degree (Level 6 minimum).</li><li>A recognised Teaching Qualification.</li><li>Extensive Training in Adult Autism, which may include:
<ul><li>Option 1: 6 National Autistic Society Modules (Non-Medical Helper package). The modules cover Understanding Autism, Communication, Sensory Experience, Stress and Anxiety, Supporting Families, and Autism and Girls.</li><li>OR Option 2: The Optimum Training Course focusing on Autism and ADHD in Higher Education.</li></ul></li></ul><p>A comprehensive list of all accepted training routes (pages 12 - 16) is available here.</p><h3>What We Look For (Desirable Skills)</h3><p>We are looking for individuals truly passionate about improving academic success through high-quality support. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Proven experience working with autistic clients.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to effectively manage a caseload of students.</li><li>A track record of punctuality, reliability, and professional conduct.</li><li>Ability to confidentially identify and leverage a students learning strengths.</li></ul><h3>Randstad Employee Benefits</h3><p>We value our mentors and offer a comprehensive package of support and benefits:</p><ul><li>Finance & Pay:
<ul><li>Weekly payment for all approved time sheets.</li><li>Engaged on a Pay As You Earn (PAYE) contract.</li></ul></li><li>Support & Development:
<ul><li>Free CPD / eLearning included upon registration.</li><li>Join our regular Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions.</li><li>Free Employee Assistance Helpline and access to an online discounts hub.</li></ul></li></ul><h3>Flexibility & Security</h3><ul><li>Access to an online time sheet system for quicker student approvals.</li><li>Workplace Pension Scheme.</li><li>Entitlement to maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave.</li><li>Refer a friend scheme with an unlimited cap on all successful referrals.</li></ul><h3>Ready to Apply?</h3><p>If you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for this specialist role, please apply without delay!</p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief informal chat, followed by a formal interview and the registration process if successful.</p></div>