Specialist Study Skills Tutor

Randstad UK; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

Weekly PAYE payouts

CPD/e-learning courses

Job summary

Randstad UK is recruiting Specialist Study Skills Support Workers to empower university and college students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) across Scotland. The role blends online delivery with essential face-to-face sessions on local campuses, offering exceptional flexibility to fit student needs.

As a Specialist Study Skills Support Worker, you will provide individualized learning support to build confidence, independence, and effective study habits, covering organization, time

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting individuals with SpLDs in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and confidentiality commitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized learning support to university/college students with SpLDs.
• Help students develop academic independence and tailored study strategies.
• Guide students in critical analysis, referencing, and structured writing techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Caseload management

Confidentiality

Education

BDA ADSHE Dyslexia Guild PATOSS membership

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 personalized 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 recognized 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