Specialist Mentor Mental Health

Randstad Student & Worker Support; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Student Support is looking for Specialist Mentors to provide academic and well-being support for students at the University of West London living with disabilities or mental health conditions. The position offers flexible hours, hybrid work, and competitive pay, with a crucial focus on fostering independent learning and supporting students through tailored sessions.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Accrued holiday pay

Access to online timesheet system

Weekly payments

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance program

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities or mental health conditions is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students.
• Assist with organization, time management, and confidence building.
• Maintain confidentiality and report to Randstad.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Caseload Management

Education

Membership with BACP, BPS, HCPC, NCPS, NMC, SWE, SCW, UMHAN, or COSCA

Job description

Specialist Mentor Mental Health

Description

Randstad Student Support seeks highly qualified Specialist Mentors to provide comprehensive academic and well-being support to the University of West London with disabilities or mental health conditions. This hybrid role, commencing September 2025, requires both in-person and online sessions tailored to individual student needs. Mentors will guide students in time management, task breakdown, stress management, and confidence-building, fostering independent learning and adherence to the DfE framework for DSA-funded students. This is a crucial role and we are actively seeking qualified candidates to expedite the hiring process.

• Position: Specialist Mentor

• Shift: Hybrid; flexible scheduling to accommodate student needs.

• Salary: £28 per hour + £3.38 accrued holiday pay.

• Location: Portsmouth Universities/Colleges.

Advantages

Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and benefits including accrued holiday pay, access to an online timesheet system, weekly payments, CPD opportunities, an employee assistance program, and a referral scheme. Randstad offers a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 support to students; assist with organization, time management, stress reduction, and confidence building. Maintain confidentiality, timely reporting to Randstad, and professional conduct. Adhere to the DfE framework for DSA-funded students.

Qualifications

Membership with BACP, BPS, HCPC, NCPS, NMC, SWE, SCW, UMHAN, or COSCA is mandatory. Experience working with students with disabilities or mental health conditions is highly desirable. Excellent communication, organizational, and caseload management skills are essential.

Conclusion

Randstad is actively seeking qualified candidates. If you meet the requirements and are eager to make a significant impact on students' lives, we urge you to apply immediately. For inquiries, call 0161 247 8800. We aim to fill this important position swiftly.