Are you passionate about empowering university students to thrive academically?
Randstad Student Support is seeking dedicated Specialist Mentors to assist students with disabilities or mental health conditions in St. Andrews. In this rewarding role, you'll provide personalized support to help students overcome academic challenges and achieve success.
Role Highlights:
* Start Date: As soon as possible
* Flexibility: Hybrid model with both in-person and online sessions
* Impact: Make a real difference in students' lives
As a Specialist Mentor, you will:
* Help students develop organization and time management strategies
* Assist in breaking down tasks to meet deadlines
* Support students in balancing study and daily living
* Help manage anxiety and stress
* Build confidence for independent learning
Requirements:
To apply, you must be a member of one of the following professional bodies, as the role is funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA):
* 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
Join us in shaping the future of students and supporting their academic journey!
Desirable Skills:
* Experience working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Relevant professional body memberships
* Ability to help students build on their learning strengths while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
* Punctuality and reliability
* Good organisational skills
* Ability to manage a caseload of students
Benefits of working with Randstad:
* Flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule!
* Pay rate of £28-£30 per hour
* Work for the UK's leading provider of non-medical help support
* Access to an online timesheet system for quicker student approvals
* Engaged on a PAYE contract with weekly payments
* Participation in support worker meetings & best practice sessions
* Free CPD/e-learning included within registration
* Free Employee Assistance Helpline
* Access to online discounts hub
* Workplace Pension Scheme
* Entitlement to maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
* Refer a friend scheme with unlimited successful referrals
If you believe you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for this role, please apply without delay!
If shortlisted, we will contact you for an informal chat followed by a formal interview. Successful candidates will then proceed with registration.
For questions, feel free to contact Vivina Joshna or email us.
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