About this role

Looking for a flexible role that fits around your schedule while making a genuine impact on neurodivergent students in higher education?

Randstad Student Support

is recruiting qualified

Specialist Study Skills Tutors (ASC)

to provide tailored, one-to-one academic support to autistic students studying at universities and colleges across Scotland.

This hybrid position offers complete schedule control, blending online sessions with essential face-to-face support on local campuses to meet individual student preferences.

About the Role

As an ASC Study Skills Tutor, you will deliver individualised, neurodiversity-affirming academic guidance to help students develop confidence and long-term learning independence. You will collaborate with students to:

Foster Academic Independence

Develop tailored strategies for workload organisation, time management, and goal-setting.

Enhance Study & Research Strategies

Guide students through critical source evaluation, referencing standards, comprehension, and structured academic writing.

Capitalise on Strengths

Identify individual learning preferences and build executive functioning strategies to keep studies on track.

Provide Professional Support

Maintain confidentiality, manage your caseload efficiently, and communicate proactively with Randstad to safeguard student well-being.

Mandatory Qualification Requirements

To support students funded via

SAAS / Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)

in Scotland, candidates must meet the national quality framework criteria

Degree Level

Hold an undergraduate degree (Level 6 or above).

Teaching Credential

Hold a recognised teaching qualification.

Autism-Specific Training

Completion of specialist adult autism training, such as

The 6 National Autistic Society (NAS) Non-Medical Helper (NMH) modules

The Optimum Training Course

Autism and ADHD in Higher Education

Desirable Skills & Experience

Direct experience supporting autistic adults or neurodivergent learners in an educational setting.

Outstanding interpersonal, active listening, and communication skills.

High reliability, punctuality, and strong organizational ability.

Why Join Randstad?

Complete Flexibility

Set your own working hours around your existing commitments.

Competitive Compensation

£28.00/hr + £3.38/hr accrued holiday pay, paid weekly via PAYE.

Full Benefits Package

Access to workplace pension, paid leave (maternity/paternity/sick), CPD/e-learning modules, and an Employee Assistance Helpline.

Supportive Community

Fast online timesheet approvals, best-practice worker meetings, an online discounts hub, and an uncapped 'Refer a Friend' bonus.

"Randstad gives me the freedom and creativity to support students effectively while maintaining a fantastic work-life balance."

Current Support Worker

How to Apply

If you are passionate about removing barriers to higher education and empowering autistic students to reach their full potential, apply today!

Phone

0161 247 8800

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial informal chat, followed by a formal interview and registration.