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job details WolverhamptonSpecialist Mentoring (Autism)Are you a Specialist Mentor (ASC) looking for a role that will fit around your current responsibilities where you will be supporting students in higher education.Randstad Student Support are recruiting for Specialist Mentors to work with autistic students studying at Universities and/or Colleges in Wolverhampton. ...The role is set to begin at the start of the new academic year (from 1st September 2024) and is a hybrid role. All successful candidates must be able to travel to the local University or college and offer both in person and online sessions flexibly to meet student preferences.As a Specialist Mentor, you would be a trusted advisor for students. You will be required to assist students throughout the full academic year. You will help students to reflect on their experiences in study as well as introducing strategies to overcome certain barriers.As a Specialist Mentor you will support students on a 1-2-1 basis to:Support students in understanding what is required of them academicallyDevelop time management and organisational skillsBreaking down tasks to meet deadlinesAchieve an appropriate balance in study and daily livingManage anxiety, stress or low moodPrepare for new experiencesBuild on confidence and strengths to become an independent learnerWhilst working for Randstad the needs of individual students should be taken intoconsideration case by case and you should ensure that any concerns are addressed in a timely manner. It is expected that you would act professionally and maintain confidentiality within your role at all times, sharing all relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to your students.Requirements for the role:As this is a specialist role, you must have the correct qualifications and training. All students you will be supporting are funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) meaning all candidates providing this role must adhere to the qualification framework set out by the DfE.Candidates must be qualified to undergraduate degree level (level 6 as minimum) and have taken extensive training in adult autism.The extensive training may include:6 National Autistic Society Modules (non medical helper package)ORThe Optimum Training Course: Autism and ADHD in Higher Education: Recognising and addressing the barriers through Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Mentoring and Study Skills Strategies.You can find a list of all accepted training routes here (pages 10 - 12)Education:Bachelors degreeDesirable skills include:Experience of working with autistic clientsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to identify ways of helping students to build on their learning strengths whilst maintaining a confidential and professional working relationshipPunctuality and reliabilityGood organisational skillsAbility to manage a caseload of studentsBenefits of working with Randstad:We offer flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule!£28 per hour plus accrued holiday pay at £3.38 per hourWorking for the UK's leading provider of non medical help supportAccess to an online timesheet system - meaning quicker turnaround on student approvalsEngaged on a pay as you earn PAYE contractWeekly payment for all approved timesheetsJoin our Support Worker meetings & best practice sessionsFree CPD / elearning included within the registrationFree Employee Assistance HelplineAccess to online discounts hubWorkplace Pension SchemeEntitled to maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leaveRefer a friend scheme - unlimited cap on all successful referrals!If you are shortlisted for the role, we will contact you for a short informal chat about the role followed by a formal interview. If you are successful following the interview stage, you will then be taken through the registration process.If you have any questions call the office on 0161 247 8800.Randstad SWS acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad SWS is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. WolverhamptonSpecialist Mentoring (Autism)Are you a Specialist Mentor (ASC) looking for a role that will fit around your current responsibilities where you will be supporting students in higher education.Randstad Student Support are recruiting for Specialist Mentors to work with autistic students studying at Universities and/or Colleges in Wolverhampton.The role is set to begin at the start of the new academic year (from 1st September 2024) and is a hybrid role. All successful candidates must be able to travel to the local University or college and offer both in person and online sessions flexibly to meet student preferences.As a Specialist Mentor, you would be a trusted advisor for students. You will be required to assist students throughout the full academic year. You will help students to reflect on their experiences in study as well as introducing strategies to overcome certain barriers. ...As a Specialist Mentor you will support students on a 1-2-1 basis to:Support students in understanding what is required of them academicallyDevelop time management and organisational skillsBreaking down tasks to meet deadlinesAchieve an appropriate balance in study and daily livingManage anxiety, stress or low moodPrepare for new experiencesBuild on confidence and strengths to become an independent learnerWhilst working for Randstad the needs of individual students should be taken intoconsideration case by case and you should ensure that any concerns are addressed in a timely manner. It is expected that you would act professionally and maintain confidentiality within your role at all times, sharing all relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to your students.Requirements for the role:As this is a specialist role, you must have the correct qualifications and training. All students you will be supporting are funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) meaning all candidates providing this role must adhere to the qualification framework set out by the DfE.Candidates must be qualified to undergraduate degree level (level 6 as minimum) and have taken extensive training in adult autism.The extensive training may include:6 National Autistic Society Modules (non medical helper package)ORThe Optimum Training Course: Autism and ADHD in Higher Education: Recognising and addressing the barriers through Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Mentoring and Study Skills Strategies.You can find a list of all accepted training routes here (pages 10 - 12)Education:Bachelors degreeDesirable skills include:Experience of working with autistic clientsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to identify ways of helping students to build on their learning strengths whilst maintaining a confidential and professional working relationshipPunctuality and reliabilityGood organisational skillsAbility to manage a caseload of studentsBenefits of working with Randstad:We offer flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule!£28 per hour plus accrued holiday pay at £3.38 per hourWorking for the UK's leading provider of non medical help supportAccess to an online timesheet system - meaning quicker turnaround on student approvalsEngaged on a pay as you earn PAYE contractWeekly payment for all approved timesheetsJoin our Support Worker meetings & best practice sessionsFree CPD / elearning included within the registrationFree Employee Assistance HelplineAccess to online discounts hubWorkplace Pension SchemeEntitled to maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leaveRefer a friend scheme - unlimited cap on all successful referrals!If you are shortlisted for the role, we will contact you for a short informal chat about the role followed by a formal interview. If you are successful following the interview stage, you will then be taken through the registration process.If you have any questions call the office on 0161 247 8800.Randstad SWS acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad SWS is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.