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Job Title- Trainee DSA Needs Assessor Department- DSA Job Type- Permanent, Hybrid Location- Multiple locations in UK Job purpose: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Needs Assessor to join our new team of in-house Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) assessors at our organisation. Our organisation has been appointed by Student Loans Company (SLC) to supply Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) services in East England, the Midlands, London, and Wales. The organisation is working closely with SLC to build a new digital journey to ensure that students benefit a seamless experience, which will mean their needs are met faster. We will provide a single point of contact for around 30,000 university students each year, carrying out a range of services, from initial needs assessment, to sourcing better value, higher quality, equipment, training students to use the technology and providing on-going after care. The organisation has been supplying needs assessments for DSA since 2005 under our Contact Associates brand and over that time, have assessed over 75,000 students and supported them on their learning journeys. About the Role: This role will be part of a team of in-house Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessors. It will involve preparing for and undertaking Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) needs assessment meetings and completing Needs Assessment Reports for students in Higher Education who are in receipt of Disabled Students' Allowances in accordance with the appropriate regulations, timeframes, and guidance. This is a hybrid role and travel will be required when assessors need to meet with clients face to face. Locations are London, West Midlands, Wales and the East of England. Key activities and responsibilities: Undertake technical needs assessments of people with the full range of disabilities as specified by the Equality Act (2007) in accordance with the Department for Education regulations, equality legislation, the requirements of student funding bodies and the appropriate Quality Assurance Framework. Work with higher education students to identify appropriate study and support strategies to enable the individual to participate in their study activities. This includes, but is not limited to students with Specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) - Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, AD(H)D, Dyscalculia; Autistic spectrum conditions (ASCs); Mental health difficulties; Long standing illness/health conditions; as well as students who are Blind/ visually impaired and Deaf/ hard of hearing. Demonstrate, evaluate the suitability of, and offer advice on appropriate hardware, software, assistive technology and other aids for each individual. Produce formal written needs assessment reports in the format and timescale laid down by Contact Associates for relevant parties including disabled people, funding agencies, suppliers and institutions, making recommendations for study aids and study strategies. Liaise with internal and external agencies in order to complete reports and to ensure relevant support is recommended. Essential experience - Educated to degree level or equivalent Knowledge of the DSA guidance Experience/knowledge of a wide range of disabilities Ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload Excellent inter-personal, verbal, and written communication skills Advanced IT skills Knowledge of assistive technology software (desirable) Proactive in undertaking continuing professional development

Are you a dedicated Study Skills Mentor passionate about helping students achieve their academic potential? Randstad Student Support is looking for experienced one-on-one Study Skills Support Workers to assist students with specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) in Dundee. Join us in making a difference in their educational journeys! Starting as soon as possible, this hybrid role requires flexibility for both in-person and online sessions, tailored to student preferences. Essential Criteria Need to have teaching or tutoring experience, (or) Any in-depth knowledge of learning difficulties that students may have As a Specialist Study Skills Support Worker, you'll provide personalized learning support, including: Developing individual learning plans to foster independence Building on strengths and effective learning strategies Enhancing organization and time management skills Creating action plans to stay on track Improving research and comprehension skills It's essential to address student needs on a case-by-case basis while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Share relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best service for your students. Desirable skills include: Experience of working with clients with specific learning difficulties Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to identify ways of helping students to build on their learning strengths whilst maintaining a confidential and professional working relationship Punctuality and reliability Good organisational skills Relevant professional body memberships Ability to manage a caseload of students Benefits of working with Randstad: We offer flexible working hours - you can select your own schedule! 'Pay rate of £28-£30' Working for the UK's leading provider of non medical help support Access to an online time sheet system - meaning quicker turnaround on student approvals Engaged on a pay as you earn PAYE contract Weekly payment for all approved time sheets Join our Support Worker meetings & best practice sessions Free CPD / elearning upon included within the registration Free Employee Assistance Helpline Access to online discounts hub Workplace Pension Scheme Entitled to maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leave Refer a friend scheme - unlimited cap on all successful referrals! We are looking to employ individuals who are really passionate about improving a student's academic journey and strive to provide each student with a high quality level of support. If this sounds like you and you believe you hold the relevant qualifications and skills for the role, please do not delay in applying! If you are shortlisted for the role, we will contact you for a short informal chat about the role followed by a formal interview. If you are successful following the interview stage, you will then be taken through the registration process. You can always get in touch with me, Vivina Joshna on or email if you have any! Randstad Student & Worker Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Student & Worker Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. PandoLogic. , Location: Dundee, SCT - DD3 7PF