• Provide one-to-one guidance and ongoing support to students from underrepresented backgrounds in higher education
• Manage a caseload of students, coordinating supports and monitoring progress in collaboration with internal departments
• Develop and maintain strong referral and advocacy networks both internally and with external agencies
• Work closely with Placement Officers to support students in preparing for work placements, including:
  • CV development
  • Interview preparation
  • One-to-one coaching
• Prepare Placement Planning Reports, outlining reasonable accommodations required during placement
• Provide ongoing support to students throughout their placement period

• Minimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent)
• Experience working in the higher education sector
• Proven experience delivering one-to-one support
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience collaborating with internal and external partners
• Experience with Power BI reporting and SharePoint site development
• Knowledge of access and widening participation policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a target-driven environment and manage competing priorities

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and case management ability
• Problem-solving and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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