Specialist Study Skills Tutor

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Specialist Study Skills Tutor to join the University's Study Skills Service, situated within the broader Library, Archive and Study Skills team, to provide support to students: primarily those who have been identified and confirmed as having a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASCs). The role will provide high quality, one-to-one tutoring to students, informed by specialist knowledge of specific learning difficulties (SpLDs)., In this role, you'll be based in the broader Library, Archive and Study Skills team team, on our green campus in the north of Plymouth.

Our current hybrid working policy means you can work from home or on campus, but you will be required to maintain strong campus links and be available on-site at least 2 days per week (with flexibility required).

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At Marjon, we are firmly committed to supporting every member of staff who works for us. Our Balance programme of health and wellbeing activities aims to help you to look after your physical health, nutritional health, mental health and social health.

The successful applicant will need to have the minimum qualifications and knowledge to qualify as an approved Non-Medical Helper (NMH) in Specialist Study Skills. These criteria are:

1. Educated to degree standard or equivalent
2. Hold a teaching qualification (min level 4)
3. Member of a relevant professional body (NMH guidelines approved body for Specialist Study Skills tutors)
4. Attended comprehensive training in adult autism (e.g., NAS core autism online training or attended training by qualified NAS trainer)

Please refer to the latest Student Finance England guidance on appropriate qualifications and membership for DSA funded NMH Practitioners. Relevant experience supporting students with SpLDs and ASCs in a 1:1 situation, within post-16 or higher education is essential and the successful applicant will work in regular collaboration with the University's Disability and Inclusion Advice Service (DIAS).

We will also consider applications from individuals with the relevant qualifications for SpLD Specialist Study Skills Tuition only; please make this distinction clear on your application.

Additionally, you will require the ability to assess students' academic strengths and weaknesses, using your specialist knowledge to influence and motivate as appropriate. Equally important is the proven ability to build relationships, have a non-judgemental approach and be able to work sensitively and in a confidential manner. If you are a motivated and well-organised individual, with relevant qualifications and experience, seeking a varied and rewarding job, then we look forward to hearing from you., Disability Confident
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0.6 FTE / 21 Hours per week; Grade 6, £17,763.00 - £21,614.40 (Pro-rata of £29,605.00 - £36,024.00)

Fixed term until return of the post-holder (maternity cover).