Specialist One to One Study Skills Support (SS-ASC)

Randstad Student & Worker Support; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD / e-learning

Workplace Pension & EAP

Online timesheet system & discounts

Job summary

Randstad Student Support at University of St Andrews is seeking a Specialist Study Skills Support Worker to empower autistic students to become independent learners. You will deliver one-to-one learning support and design personalised plans to foster confidence in studying.

The role offers flexible hours, PAYE with weekly payments, and a benefits package including CPD, pension, and wellbeing support. Required qualifications include a degree, teaching qualification, and autism training.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (Level 6 minimum) required.
• A recognised teaching qualification.
• Extensive training in adult autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored learning support and academic guidance.
• Create an individual learning plan to encourage independent learners.
• Help students develop organization and time management strategies.
• Enhance research skills and correct referencing.

Skills

Academic guidance

Study support planning

Time management coaching

Education

Undergraduate Degree (Level 6)

Teaching Qualification

Extensive Training in Adult Autism

Job description

Specialist Study Skills Support Worker (ASC)

University of St Andrew's

Join Randstad Student Support, the UK's leading provider of non-medical help (NMH) support, and use your specialist skills to empower university and college students on the Autism Spectrum. This is a highly rewarding, flexible, and high-impact opportunity to drive academic independence.

The Offer: Unrivalled Compensation & Flexibility

We are recruiting for dedicated Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support Workers to deliver vital academic support.

• 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 and schedule.
• Reliable PAYE Contract: You will be engaged on a Pay As You Earn (PAYE) contract with weekly payment for all approved timesheets.

Your Impact: Driving Student Independence

As a Specialist Support Worker, you will provide tailored learning support and academic guidance, including creating an individual learning plan to encourage students to become independent learners.

You will support students to:

• Develop independence and build on their learning strengths.
• Create essential strategies for organization and time management.
• Formulate action plans to successfully stay on track with their studies.
• Build on crucial research skills, including widening knowledge by using a variety of sources, and correctly using references.
• Enhance comprehension skills within reading and writing.

Mandatory Specialist Qualification Requirements (DSA-Funded)

This is a specialist role, funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA). Candidates must strictly adhere to the qualification framework set out by the Department for Education (DfE).2

You MUST possess the following three qualifications as a minimum:

1. An Undergraduate Degree (Level 6 minimum).
2. A recognised Teaching Qualification.
3. Extensive Training in Adult Autism.

Accepted extensive training routes include:

• The 6 National Autistic Society Modules (Non-Medical Helper package).
• The Optimum Training Course (Autism and ADHD in Higher Education: Recognising and addressing the barriers through Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Mentoring and Study Skills Strategies).
• Autism training provided by the National Association of Disability Practitioners (NADP).

A full list of accepted training routes (pages 12 - 16) is available here.Comprehensive Benefits with Randstad

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a robust support package:

• Professional Development: Free CPD / e-learning included upon registration and access to regular Support Worker meetings and best practice sessions.
• Well-being & Security: Entitlement to a Workplace Pension Scheme, Free Employee Assistance Helpline, and entitlements for maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave.
• Efficiency & Perks: Online timesheet system for quicker student approvals, access to an online discounts hub, and an unlimited cap on our successful "Refer a Friend" scheme.

Ready to Apply?

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about improving a student's academic journey. If you hold the relevant specialist qualifications and skills for this role, please apply without delay.