Mental Health Specialist Mentor
| Posting date: | 12 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28 to £31.38 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | holiday pay, AON Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 August 2025 |
| Location: | East Sussex, East Sussex, BN7 3AE |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PR-1434892_1755013406 |
Summary
Mental Health Specialist Mentor
Plumpton College
£28 + £3.38 accrued holiday pay
Part-time, flexible hours.
Relevant professional body memberships BACP, BPS, HCPC, NCPS, NMC, SWE, SCW, UMHAN, or COSCA
Make a difference! Lead and develop personalized support plans for neurodiverse students in a flexible, part-time role.
About the company
Randstad Student Support Team dedicated to supporting the well-being of its diverse student population. They are seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Specialist Mentor to join their student support team.
Role
Role & ResponsibilitiesYou will be instrumental in providing individualized support to neurodiverse students, empowering them to thrive academically and personally. You'll design and implement comprehensive support plans, offer guidance and counseling, and collaborate effectively with university staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. This involves fostering strong relationships with students, guiding them through challenges, and maintaining confidential records.
Main tasks include
- Develop and implement personalized support plans for neurodiverse students.
- Provide mental health guidance and counseling to students.
- Collaborate with university staff to ensure holistic student support.
- Guide students through academic and personal challenges.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives.
- Stay updated on best practices in mental health support.
Requirements
- Relevant professional body registration (e.g., BACP, BPS, HCPC).
- Proven experience supporting students' mental health needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree (advantageous).
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Experience working with neurodiverse individuals.
- Proficiency in counseling and mentoring techniques.
- Commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment.
Ready to embark on a rewarding journey? Apply now through the Randstad website. For any questions, please call 0161 247 8800.