Are you passionate about empowering university students to thrive academically? Randstad Student Support is seeking dedicated Specialist Mentors to assist students with disabilities or mental health conditions in Aberdeen. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide personalized support, helping students overcome academic challenges and achieve success.

Company Overview

Randstad Student Support is a leading provider of non-medical support services, committed to helping students succeed in their academic pursuits.

Job Location

Aberdeen

Department

Student Support

Reporting Relationship

The reporting relationship will be defined during the interview process.

Job Summary

As a Specialist Mentor, you will provide personalized support to students with disabilities or mental health conditions, helping them develop organizational and time management skills, manage stress and anxiety, and build confidence for independent learning. You will assist students in breaking down tasks to meet deadlines, balancing study with daily life, and achieving their academic goals.

Job Type

Hybrid (In-person and online sessions)

Requirements

To apply, you must be a member of one of the following professional bodies, as the role is funded by the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA):

• 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

Qualification/Education

Membership with one of the professional bodies listed above is required.

Experience

Experience working with clients with disabilities and/or mental health conditions is desirable.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to identify ways of helping students build on their learning strengths while maintaining a confidential and professional working relationship; punctuality and reliability; good organizational skills; ability to manage a caseload of students.

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply through Randstad's application channels. For any questions, contact Vivina Joshna at 01612478800 or