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Randstad Education; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid leave

CPD/e-learning

Employee helpline

Refer a Friend

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking qualified Specialist Study Skills Support Workers to empower higher education students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) in Scotland. The role blends online delivery with essential face-to-face sessions on local campuses, enabling flexible scheduling around existing commitments.

You will provide individualised support to develop academic independence, enhance learning strategies, and guide students in critical analysis, referencing, and writing techniques.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting individuals with SpLDs in educational settings.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and active listening skills.
• Strong ability to manage caseloads and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 academic support to university/college students with SpLDs.
• Develop academic independence through organisation and time management coaching.
• Enhance learning strategies and tailor study methods for each learner.
• Guide students in source analysis, referencing, and structured writing techniques.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Active listening

Caseload management

Confidentiality

Job description

Are you an experienced educator or specialist looking to empower higher education students in your spare time?

is recruiting qualified Specialist Study Skills Support Workers to deliver tailored, one-to-one academic support to university and college students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) across Scotland.

This hybrid role offers exceptional flexibility, combining online delivery with essential face-to-face sessions on local campuses to suit student needs.

About the Role

As a Specialist Study Skills Support Worker, you will deliver individualised learning support designed to foster confidence and long-term academic independence. You will work with students to:

Develop Academic Independence:

Assist with organisation, time management, and personalised action plans.

Enhance Learning Strategies:

Help students leverage their unique strengths and adapt tailored study methods.

Guide students in source critical analysis, proper referencing, academic comprehension, and structured writing techniques.

Key Requirements

To provide support funded via

SAAS / Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)

in Scotland, candidates must hold an eligible professional membership level with one of the following recognised bodies:

• British Dyslexia Association (BDA)
• Association of Dyslexia Specialists in Higher Education (ADSHE)
• Dyslexia Guild
• Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS)

Note: Roles are strictly compliant with national DSA quality assurance frameworks.

• Proven experience supporting individuals with SpLDs in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Strong caseload management, reliability, and commitment to confidentiality.

Why Join Randstad?

Total Flexibility:

Set your own schedule around existing commitments.

Competitive Pay:

£28/hr + £3.38/hr accrued holiday pay via PAYE with weekly payouts.

Access to workplace pension, paid leave (maternity/paternity/sick), CPD/e-learning courses, and an Employee Assistance Helpline.

Streamlined online timesheets, collaborative best-practice meetings, employee discount hub, and an uncapped 'Refer a Friend' scheme.

"Randstad allows me total freedom and creativity in how I work, while keeping a great work-life balance."

- Current Support Worker