Looking for a paid, term‑time role from September 2026 that boosts your CV, builds your confidence, and helps other students succeed?
Join the growing PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) team at the University of Sunderland!
As a PASS Leader, you’ll run weekly study sessions that help first‑year students develop study skills, build connections, and feel more confident in their course. It’s a great way to share what you’ve learned while developing skills that employers love.
What does a PASS Leader do?
PASS Leaders are fully trained to:
Plan and run weekly 1‑hour study sessions
Encourage group discussion and collaborative learning
Help students understand tricky course content
Support first-years as they settle into university life
You’ll get support every step of the way, so don’t worry if you’ve never mentored or led a group before!
Pay & Hours
This is a paid role, in line with the National Living Wage (£12.21/h) and includes:
2.5 hours per week (1 hr planning + 1 hr delivery + 30 min debrief)
Mandatory paid on campus training on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th September 2026
Occasional extra paid opportunities throughout term (e.g., induction week, additional training)
We’re looking for students who are:
Reliable, trustworthy and professional
Enthusiastic about their course
Able to relate to first‑year students
Friendly and approachable
Keen to develop and improve the PASS scheme
Confident using University IT systems (Teams, Canvas, Outlook, Word etc.)
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
We are currently recruiting for students in stage 1 (first year of study) on the below courses at University of Sunderland only (stage 0 for IFY).
*Please note, for all Law programmes you will need to have started your programme in January or September 2025 so that you will have passed all stage 1 modules by September 2026.*
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences
BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Criminology
BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
BSc (Hons) Game Development
LLB Law
LLB (Hons) Law
LLB Law (Canadian route)
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling
BSc (Hons) Psychology
IFY Psychology (stage 0)
BEng (Hons) Sustainable Design Engineering
Benefits of becoming a PASS Leader
This role will help you develop:
Leadership, communication, and presentation skills
Improved time‑management and organisation
Confidence in speaking to groups
A deeper understanding of your own course content
Great experience for your CV
Want to apply?
Make sure you read the full role profile (attached) before applying to ensure you can explain to us through your application how you can demonstrate the key skills needed for the tole
Click here to apply
If you have questions, email:
[email protected]
Need help writing your application?
Visit the Employability and Enterprise Hub for resources and support.
Deadline
We don’t have a specific deadline, we will continue to interview until we recruit sufficient Leaders for each course. Don’t wait! Spaces are limited so apply soon if you’re interested to ensure we can consider your application.
Job Details
Department
Student Journey - General (Stud Journey)
Location
Sunderland Campus
Hours per Week
2.5 Minimum
Hourly Rate
£12.21
Closing Date
Tuesday 30 June 2026
Reference
PASS-01
