Specialist Mentoring - Mental Health Mentor, Middlesbrough
Client:
Randstad Student Support Location:
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Job Category:
Specialist Mentor EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
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58 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
We are recruiting for Specialist Mentors to work with students who have disabilities or mental health conditions studying at Universities and/or Colleges in the Teeside region. The role is set to begin with Randstad Student Support at the start of the new academic year (from 1st September 2024) and is a hybrid role. All successful candidates must be able to travel to the local University or college and offer both in person and online sessions flexibly to meet student preferences. As a Specialist Mentor, you would be a trusted advisor for students. You will assist students throughout the full academic year, helping them reflect on their experiences in study and introducing strategies to overcome certain barriers. As a Specialist Mentor, you will support students on a 1-2-1 basis to: Create strategies around organisation and time management Break down tasks to meet deadlines Achieve an appropriate balance in study and daily living Manage anxiety, stress or low mood Prepare for new experiences Build on confidence and strengths to become an independent learner While working for Randstad, the needs of individual students should be taken into consideration on a case-by-case basis, and you should ensure that any concerns are addressed in a timely manner. It is expected that you will act professionally and maintain confidentiality within your role at all times, sharing all relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to your students. Requirements for the role:
As this is a specialist role, you must hold membership with one of the following professional bodies: BACP - The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy BPS - British Psychological Society HCPC - Health and Care Professions Council NCPS - National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society NMC - Nursing and Midwifery Council SWE - Social Work England SCW - Social Care Wales UMHAN - The University Mental Health Advisers Network COSCA - Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland Desirable skills include: Experience of working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to help students build on their learning strengths while maintaining a confidential and professional working relationship Punctuality and reliability Good organisational skills Ability to manage a caseload of students Benefits of working with Randstad:
Flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule! £28 per hour plus accrued holiday pay at £3.38 per hour Working for the UK's leading provider of non-medical help support Access to an online timesheet system - meaning quicker turnaround on student approvals Engaged on a pay-as-you-earn PAYE contract Weekly payment for all approved timesheets Join our Support Worker meetings & best practice sessions Free CPD / e-learning included within the registration Free Employee Assistance Helpline Access to online discounts hub Entitled to maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leave Refer a friend scheme - unlimited cap on all successful referrals! We are looking to employ individuals who are passionate about improving a student's academic journey and strive to provide each student with a high-quality level of support. If this sounds like you and you believe you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for the role, please do not delay in applying! If you have any questions, call the office on 0161 247 8800.
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Client:
Randstad Student Support Location:
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Job Category:
Specialist Mentor EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
0f52c86257d5 Job Views:
58 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
We are recruiting for Specialist Mentors to work with students who have disabilities or mental health conditions studying at Universities and/or Colleges in the Teeside region. The role is set to begin with Randstad Student Support at the start of the new academic year (from 1st September 2024) and is a hybrid role. All successful candidates must be able to travel to the local University or college and offer both in person and online sessions flexibly to meet student preferences. As a Specialist Mentor, you would be a trusted advisor for students. You will assist students throughout the full academic year, helping them reflect on their experiences in study and introducing strategies to overcome certain barriers. As a Specialist Mentor, you will support students on a 1-2-1 basis to: Create strategies around organisation and time management Break down tasks to meet deadlines Achieve an appropriate balance in study and daily living Manage anxiety, stress or low mood Prepare for new experiences Build on confidence and strengths to become an independent learner While working for Randstad, the needs of individual students should be taken into consideration on a case-by-case basis, and you should ensure that any concerns are addressed in a timely manner. It is expected that you will act professionally and maintain confidentiality within your role at all times, sharing all relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to your students. Requirements for the role:
As this is a specialist role, you must hold membership with one of the following professional bodies: BACP - The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy BPS - British Psychological Society HCPC - Health and Care Professions Council NCPS - National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society NMC - Nursing and Midwifery Council SWE - Social Work England SCW - Social Care Wales UMHAN - The University Mental Health Advisers Network COSCA - Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland Desirable skills include: Experience of working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to help students build on their learning strengths while maintaining a confidential and professional working relationship Punctuality and reliability Good organisational skills Ability to manage a caseload of students Benefits of working with Randstad:
Flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule! £28 per hour plus accrued holiday pay at £3.38 per hour Working for the UK's leading provider of non-medical help support Access to an online timesheet system - meaning quicker turnaround on student approvals Engaged on a pay-as-you-earn PAYE contract Weekly payment for all approved timesheets Join our Support Worker meetings & best practice sessions Free CPD / e-learning included within the registration Free Employee Assistance Helpline Access to online discounts hub Entitled to maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leave Refer a friend scheme - unlimited cap on all successful referrals! We are looking to employ individuals who are passionate about improving a student's academic journey and strive to provide each student with a high-quality level of support. If this sounds like you and you believe you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for the role, please do not delay in applying! If you have any questions, call the office on 0161 247 8800.
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