Academic support worker - Study skills ASC

University of Essex

Part time

£28 per hour plus holiday pay

Study skills tutor ASC

Are you passionate about supporting autistic students and helping them thrive in their academic journey? Randstad Student Support is seeking a skilled and compassionate Study Skills Tutor to work with autistic students at the University of Essex. This part-time, hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both on-campus and online, tailoring support to meet individual student needs. Are you ready to make a real difference?

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to identify and build on students' learning strengths
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in creating individual learning plans
• Experience with various research methods and referencing styles
• Ability to foster independence and self-advocacy in students
• Experience managing a caseload of students

Qualifications

This specialist role requires a strong academic background and relevant training in supporting autistic adults. To meet the requirements of the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA), candidates must:

• Hold a minimum of an undergraduate degree (Level 6).
• Possess a teaching qualification.
• Have completed extensive training in adult autism, such as:
• 6 National Autistic Society Modules (non-medical helper package), or
• The Optimum Training Course: Autism and ADHD in Higher Education: Recognising and addressing the barriers through Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Mentoring and Study Skills Strategies.

What do we offer

• Flexible working hours - create your own schedule!
• Competitive hourly rate: £28 per hour + accrued holiday pay (£3.38 per hour)
• Opportunity to work with the UK's leading provider of non-medical support
• User-friendly online timesheet system for efficient approvals
• PAYE contract with weekly payments for approved timesheets
• Participation in Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions
• Access to free CPD/eLearning resources
• Free Employee Assistance Helpline
• Access to online discounts hub
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Access to standard benefits such as maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leave
• Refer a friend scheme with unlimited earning potential

Company Description

Randstad Student Support is a leading provider of non-medical support services for students. We are committed to providing high-quality, individualized support to help students succeed in their academic endeavors. We value our employees and offer a supportive and collaborative work environment.