Providing one to one in class support to students at University, in order to aid them with their studies. This will involve helping and encouraging them during classes and lectures to ensure that they are able to concentrate and stay on task. You will also need to act as a prompt and aid, to help the student with understanding and breaking down information provided during lessons. Outside of class time you may support the student with accessing resources, breaking down tasks and being present during any academic meetings.
This student is based at Oxford Brookes University and would require support for up to 25 hours per week starting in September. You will also need to be free for an initial introductory meeting late July/ August. The exact days and times will be confirmed once the students timetable has been established, therefore flexibility is required
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide support and reassurance for students adapting to the academic demands of higher education
- Helping a student manage their anxiety levels
- To help the student maintain their motivation and concentration
- To assist students with transition to university by helping them to understand the routine of university life
- To support the student with organisation, time and diary management
- Ensuring the student is aware of upcoming deadlines or exams
- Support with building independence and helping encourage communication with peers and staff
- To support with finding the correct resources for work or assignments
- To liaise with Randstad (and the Disability support team, where appropriate) regarding student progress or on any matters regarding a student's support needs or well-being.
Qualifications:
- Must hold a degree, equivalent qualification or be working towards a degree (in final years)
- Disability support training (provided by Randstad E-Learning)
- Completion of e-learning suite (provided by Randstad)
Skills:
- Flexibility and punctuality
- Good organisational skills
- Good time keeping skills
- Ability to work cohesively with students
- Ability to keep students on task
Experience:
- Knowledge of Higher Education
- Knowledge of the barriers that disabled people may experience in higher education
- Understanding of autism and the challenges those with autism face
- An enhanced level of skill and experience of working with disabled people
Competencies:
- Ability to work independently
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to principles of equality of opportunity
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of confidentiality issues
- Understanding of role boundaries
If this sounds like the job for you please don't hesitate to get in touch and email on or call 0161 247 8800.
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