Specialist Study Skills Tutors (ASC)

Randstad Student & Worker Support; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

CPD/e-learning modules

Employee Assistance Helpline

Paid leave

Job summary

Randstad Student Support is recruiting qualified Specialist Study Skills Tutors (ASC) to provide tailored, one-to-one academic support to autistic students studying in Scotland. This hybrid role offers complete schedule control, blending online sessions with essential face-to-face campus support to meet student preferences.

You will deliver neurodiversity-affirming guidance, assess learning needs, develop independent study strategies, and collaborate with Randstad to safeguard student well-being

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (Level 6+) required.
• Recognised teaching qualification required.
• Specialist autism training completed (NAS NMH NMH modules or Optimum course).

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one academic support to autistic students.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage caseload efficiently.
• Collaborate with Randstad to safeguard student well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Teaching credential

Autism training (NAS NMH or Optimum)

Job description

Looking for a flexible role that fits around your schedule while making a genuine impact on neurodivergent students in higher education?

Randstad Student Support is recruiting qualified Specialist Study Skills Tutors (ASC) to provide tailored, one-to-one academic support to autistic students studying at universities and colleges across Scotland.

This hybrid position offers complete schedule control, blending online sessions with essential face-to-face support on local campuses to meet individual student preferences.

About the Role

As an ASC Study Skills Tutor, you will deliver individualised, neurodiversity-affirming academic guidance to help students develop confidence and long-term learning independence. You will collaborate with students to:

• Foster Academic Independence: Develop tailored strategies for workload organisation, time management, and goal-setting.
• Enhance Study & Research Strategies: Guide students through critical source evaluation, referencing standards, comprehension, and structured academic writing.
• Capitalise on Strengths: Identify individual learning preferences and build executive functioning strategies to keep studies on track.
• Provide Professional Support: Maintain confidentiality, manage your caseload efficiently, and communicate proactively with Randstad to safeguard student well-being.

Mandatory Qualification Requirements

To support students funded via SAAS / Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) in Scotland, candidates must meet the national quality framework criteria:

• Degree Level: Hold an undergraduate degree (Level 6 or above).
• Teaching Credential: Hold a recognised teaching qualification.
• Autism-Specific Training: Completion of specialist adult autism training, such as:
• The 6 National Autistic Society (NAS) Non-Medical Helper (NMH) modules OR
• The Optimum Training Course: Autism and ADHD in Higher Education.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Direct experience supporting autistic adults or neurodivergent learners in an educational setting.
• Outstanding interpersonal, active listening, and communication skills.
• High reliability, punctuality, and strong organizational ability.

Why Join Randstad?

• Complete Flexibility: Set your own working hours around your existing commitments.
• Competitive Compensation: £28.00/hr + £3.38/hr accrued holiday pay, paid weekly via PAYE.
• Full Benefits Package: Access to workplace pension, paid leave (maternity/paternity/sick), CPD/e-learning modules, and an Employee Assistance Helpline.
• Supportive Community: Fast online timesheet approvals, best-practice worker meetings, an online discounts hub, and an uncapped 'Refer a Friend' bonus.

"Randstad gives me the freedom and creativity to support students effectively while maintaining a fantastic work-life balance." - Current Support Worker

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial informal chat, followed by a formal interview and registration.