Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you feel supported, part of a friendly team and can choose your own working hours and work autonomously either remotely or face to face?



We are a friendly, professional family run company who pride ourselves in the quality of student support we provide. Our experienced and dedicated staff are here to support you and assist you in your role, whatever the query. We believe in working together to provide the best student support possible. Don't take our word for it -see our Google Reviews for some testimonials from our current staff and what they say about working with us.



We look forward to hearing from you!



The benefits of working with Cosmic People:


A dedicated account manager who will support you in your role


Training provided for each role


Nationwide roles with the option of remote working


Holiday pay & Pension contributions


Regular weekly pay


Competitive hourly rate


Job satisfaction - helping students to achieve and succeed in education


Flexible and long term role


Queries dealt with promptly and effectively

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Specialist Mentor

Cosmic People are a DSA registered provider of NMH support to students in Higher Education.


We currently have a vacancy for a Specialist Mentor to work with students with a mental health diagnosis on a one to one basis remotely in accordance with their DSA Needs Assessment Report, assisting with their emotional wellbeing and arising concerns whilst they are studying at university.


Job role specifications: -


As a specialist mentor you will provide specialist, specifically tailored support to enable students to overcome barriers to learning created by a particular disability (e.g. various mental health issues) and to develop students' skills for autonomy and success in the learning environment.


The support you provide will be student-led to include: motivation, goal setting, empowerment, emotional wellbeing, organisation, time management, social skills, amongst others.


Qualifications required:-


Professional Body Membership:- BACP, MBACP, UKCP, BPS, UMHAN, HCPC, COSCA, FDAP, GMC Experienced counsellor

Successful Candidate:-


Have excellent communication, time management and organisational skills A good knowledge of the English language Be able to work flexibly to support student's needs Maintain professional boundaries and respect confidentiality and data protection requirements Be capable and confident and able to work on your own initiative Have problem solving skills, empathy, diplomacy and sensitivity Empower the student by teaching techniques and strategies to overcome problems Using coaching and mentoring techniques to address barriers to learning Be student-centred in approach, encouraging students to identify their own objectives for the sessions, whilst using professional judgement to assess their needs Be an experienced counsellor willing to transfer these skills to supporting students on a one to one basis in Higher Education A good understanding of the academic and social challenges of university life IT literate with the capability and knowledge to deliver remote support Hold an enhanced DBS certificate covering adults (or be willing to apply for one)

Part/Time flexible hours


Hourly rate of pay: 25 per hour remote support and 30 per hour face to face (PAYE)