Specialist Mentor (SM-ASC)

Specialist ASC Mentor (Disabled Students Allowance - DSA Funded)

University of St Andrew's

Unlock a Rewarding, Flexible Career Supporting University Students

Join Randstad Student Support, the UK's leading provider of non-medical help support, and make a profound impact on a student's academic journey. This hybrid role offers unparalleled flexibility and highly competitive compensation.

Key Offer Details:

• Exceptional Hourly Rate: Earn £28 per hour, plus an additional £3.38 per hour in accrued holiday pay.
• Total Flexibility: Select your own working hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Impactful Work: Provide vital one-to-one mentoring to students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and other mental health challenges.

MANDATORY Specialist Role Requirements

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).

You MUST possess the following:

• Undergraduate Degree (Level 6 minimum).
• A recognised Teaching Qualification.
• Extensive Training in Adult Autism, which may include:
  • 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.
  • OR Option 2: The Optimum Training Course focusing on Autism and ADHD in Higher Education.

A comprehensive list of all accepted training routes (pages 12 - 16) is available .

What We Look For (Desirable Skills)

We are looking for individuals truly passionate about improving academic success through high-quality support. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Proven experience working with autistic clients.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to effectively manage a caseload of students.
• A track record of punctuality, reliability, and professional conduct.
• Ability to confidentially identify and leverage a student's learning strengths.

Randstad Employee Benefits

We value our mentors and offer a comprehensive package of support and benefits:

• Finance & Pay:
  • Weekly payment for all approved timesheets.
  • Engaged on a Pay As You Earn (PAYE) contract.
• Support & Development:
  • Free CPD / eLearning included upon registration.
  • Join our regular Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions.
  • Free Employee Assistance Helpline and access to an online discounts hub.

Flexibility & Security:

• Access to an online timesheet system for quicker student approvals.
• Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Entitlement to maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave.Incentives:
• Refer a friend scheme with an unlimited cap on all successful referrals.

Ready to Apply?

If you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for this specialist role, please apply without delay!

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief informal chat, followed by a formal interview and the registration process if successful.