Job Description

This specialist one to one support focuses on helping students to develop study skills and strategies to work effectively in a higher education context. Those working within this role should have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the effects of Specific Learning Difficulties on language and learning in a higher education setting. You should also possess awareness of the strengths which students with these conditions can bring to a learning environment and the skills to help students use these skills to overcome any barriers to their learning.

You will be required to work with students to assist them to develop and enhance their independence, offer one to one support with study plans and enhance their learning skills. Other duties which may be needed include assisting and building time management skills and helping the student stay on track with their studies. You should also possess the ability to be able to identify additional areas of support which the student may require throughout your time together.

To be considered for this role, it is desirable that you have previous experience in working with students with Specific Learning Difficulties. You should possess strong time management and organisational skills, and the ability to be able to identify other skills which may be needed by the student, such as comprehension skills, learning strategies as well as building on interpersonal skills. As this job involves working closely with students, you should be able to maintain a professional relationship and observe confidentiality is always maintained It is also important that you are willing to adopt a flexible approach which will be tailored to the individual needs of the student.

As this is a specialist role, you

must

possess membership with one of the relevant professional bodies. These include British Dyslexia Association (BDA), The Association of Dyslexia (ADSHE), Dyslexia Guild (DG) or The Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS).

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: 31.09 per hour

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress On-site gym On-site parking
Application question(s):

What is the name of the professional body who you hold membership with?
Work Location: In person