Academic Success Tutor

University of Bedfordshire; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Student Academic Success Tutor to provide personalized support to Computer Science students. You will help guide students in their study skills and academic planning, monitor their progress, and connect them with campus resources. Flexibility is essential as you manage your time around students' availability. The role requires collaboration with faculty to support students' success and well-being.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive training and support

Qualifications

• Degree in a related field or relevant experience in education.
• Experience in providing personalized support to students.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support on study skills.
• Monitor student progress and assist with feedback.
• Connect students to campus resources.
• Assist in personal and professional skills development.
• Support students' mental well-being and refer resources as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty to support at-risk students.
• Maintain records of student interactions.
• Participate in training and professional development.

Skills

Guidance on study skills

Time management support

Academic planning

Connection to resources

Mental well-being support

Education

Degree in a related subject

Job description

Overview

The Faculty of Technologies, Education and Social Sciences is recruiting a Student Academic Success Tutor to be part of an existing team of Academic Success Tutors. Supporting students in the areas of Computer Science to achieve their educational aspirations, you will need to be committed, enthusiastic, and able to provide personalised support to students. Delivering proactive tutoring and support from the start of their journey and throughout their first year of study. You will be someone who thrives on the success of others and is committed to understanding how students can be supported in their studies.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to students on study skills, time management, and academic planning.
• Monitor students' progress and support them in understanding their feedback on assignments and coursework.
• Connect students with resources and support services on campus as needed, such as specialist tutoring, counselling, and career services.
• Assist students in developing personal and professional skills, such as goal-setting, networking, and leadership development.
• Provide support for students' mental and emotional well-being, and refer them to appropriate resources as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify and support students at-risk of none completion.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student interactions and progress using IT systems such as Learner Analytics.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in coaching and student success.

Qualifications

• A degree in a related subject and experience in supporting others in an educational setting would be a significant advantage but other relevant experience will also be considered.

Additional information

This position is full time and will require flexibility to accommodate students' schedules. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be trained and supported from the start and be part of an exciting new initiative. You will be working across our campuses, managing your own time around students' availability, so flexibility is key. You will need to work collaboratively with teams across the university and become the critical link between our services and your assigned students.

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.