Academic Skills Mentor: Elevate Student Success

Heart of Worcestershire (HoW) College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A further education institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a part-time Academic Skills Support Mentor. The role involves supporting students with learning difficulties to achieve their potential through tailored support and developing learning materials. Ideal candidates should be passionate about helping learners and able to demonstrate effective communication skills. The position offers flexible working and excellent professional development opportunities, making it a great choice for those enthusiastic about education.

Benefits

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Regular Continuing Professional Development

Flexible working

Employee discounts and benefits package

Progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Opportunities for volunteering

Qualifications

• Must be supportive with a passion to help learners.
• Experience in working with students with learning difficulties.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of assistive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support learner's attendance, retention, and achievement.
• Work with curriculum staff to identify learners needing support.
• Provide feedback to students about their progress.

Skills

Supportive

Understanding of learning difficulties

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant educational qualification

Tools

Assistive technologies

Job description

A further education institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a part-time Academic Skills Support Mentor. The role involves supporting students with learning difficulties to achieve their potential through tailored support and developing learning materials. Ideal candidates should be passionate about helping learners and able to demonstrate effective communication skills. The position offers flexible working and excellent professional development opportunities, making it a great choice for those enthusiastic about education.