Have you considered becoming a Specialist ASC Mentor in Stirling with UMO?
UMO is one of the UK’s leading providers of
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Mentoring, mental health mentoring and coaching in Higher and Further Education. We work with over 70 universities and colleges, delivering
DSA-funded autism mentoring that helps students succeed, stay in education and thrive academically and personally.
We are recruiting
Specialist ASC Mentors in Stirling to support autistic students studying at undergraduate and postgraduate level. You’ll meet students
one-to-one, in person, helping them overcome challenges, build independence and develop strategies that support their studies and wellbeing. This is a
flexible, term-time role with a competitive rate of
£25:00 – £27.00 per hour plus holiday pay, pension, sick pay and clinical supervision. We welcome applicants able to commit to
25+ hours per week during term time and with experience supporting both ASC and ADHD.
- Competitive pay – £25.00 – £27.00 per hour
- Flexible hours around school and university term dates
- Holiday pay, pension and sick pay
- Clinical supervision and ongoing CPD
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- A supportive and experienced professional team
- An honours degree in any subject
- Eligibility under SFE’s Mandatory Criteria for Band 4 Specialist Mentor – Autism Spectrum Conditions (SM-ASC)
- At least 3 years’ experience working with autistic young people or adults
- Knowledge of practical strategies for supporting ASC and ADHD
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to disability equity and inclusive education
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience working with diverse and multicultural communities
- Mentor autistic students at university on a one-to-one basis
- Support students to manage the impact of autism on study and daily life
- Promote resilience, independence and wellbeing
- Help with organisation, time management and study strategies
- Encourage personal responsibility and life skills development
- Monitor wellbeing and assess risk when necessary
- Liaise with universities, GPs and other professionals where appropriate
- Maintain records and confidentiality in line with GDPR
Location: Stirling (in person)
Contract: Zero-hours, flexible
Pay: £25.00 – £27:00 per hour
Hours: Minimum 25 per week during term time
If you are a qualified
autism mentor ready to make a real difference to students’ lives in Stirling or nearby, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our Contact Form or send your CV to
[email protected] 