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Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator (Solent Careers)

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Solent University

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Southampton

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  • You must have experience in mentoring schemes, student support, project management, and event development, with a commitment to fostering diversity and helping students achieve their career goals.
  • You will support student opportunities, deliver initiatives for underrepresented groups, lead the Professional Mentoring Programme, and evaluate its impact for continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • - Experience of developing and managing mentoring schemes and an understanding of how they support the development of academic and employability skills
  • - Demonstrable experience of working with students/graduates within an advisory capacity, preferably within the HE/FE sector or recruitment market
  • - Experience of developing and project managing large scale events or projects either in an HEI, public sector, or commercial setting
  • - Understanding of equal opportunities within a diverse and multi-cultural environment
  • - Deep understanding, based on solid experience, of how to bring out the best in students from diverse backgrounds, including those who may have under-performed in the past
  • - Motivated with a desire to make a difference to students
  • - Excellent time and project management skills
  • - Ability to think creatively about how to deliver service moving forwards
  • - Self-motivated, organised and committed to supporting students reach their career potential

Responsibilities

  • - Support the work of the team in providing real-world opportunities for our students
  • - Undertake projects identified in the Access and Participation plan of the University
  • - Ensure that the progression strand of the Access and Participation plan is delivered
  • - Support underrepresented groups to progress from Solent University
  • - Lead on the growth of the Professional Mentoring Programme
  • - Lead on and deliver a range of initiatives which support student progression with an emphasis on disadvantaged groups of students
  • - Work collaboratively with Business Insights evaluating and reporting on the impact of the Professional Mentoring Programme and other initiatives
  • - Identify recommendations and areas for future development

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator?

The primary role of the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator is to support the work of Solent Futures by providing real-world opportunities for students, specifically focusing on enhancing student progression from underrepresented groups in line with the Access and Participation plan.

What kind of projects will the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator be responsible for?

The Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator will be responsible for leading on the Professional Mentoring Programme and delivering a range of other initiatives that support student progression, particularly for disadvantaged groups.

Is experience in higher education necessary for this role?

Yes, demonstrable experience of working with students or graduates within an advisory capacity, preferably within the higher education or further education sector, is necessary for this role.

What skills are essential for the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator position?

Essential skills for this role include excellent time and project management abilities, experience in developing mentoring schemes, and the ability to think creatively about service delivery.

Does the role involve collaboration with other departments?

Yes, the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator will work collaboratively with Business Insights and other teams within the university to evaluate and report on the impact of initiatives and identify areas for development.

What is the expected commitment of the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator?

The role requires a self-motivated, organized individual who is committed to supporting students in reaching their career potential while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Are there specific groups that the Mentoring and Projects Co-Ordinator will focus on?

Yes, the role specifically emphasizes supporting underrepresented groups of students in their progression from Solent University to further study or highly skilled employment.

Who should I contact for informal enquiries about the role?

For informal enquiries, you can contact Liz Wright, the Employer Engagement Manager, at liz.wright@solent.ac.uk.

What kind of work environment can I expect in this role?

You can expect to be part of a focused and friendly team that is committed to working with employers, professional services, and academics to support students and graduates in achieving their career goals.

Is there an emphasis on inclusivity in this role?

Yes, the role emphasizes inclusivity and equal opportunities for people from all backgrounds, reflecting Solent University's commitment to diversity and supporting students from various backgrounds.

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With a population of around 11,000 staff and students, Solent University offers over 200 qualifications ranging from HND to PhD, in subjects as diverse as maritime education and training, fashion and design, media and television, music, health, sport and leisure, business, IT and technology. Every year we are joined by around 10,000 additional students on short professional courses. Rated five stars for teaching and inclusiveness in the QS World Rankings, and winner of the Times Higher Education ‘Most Improved Student Experience’ Award 2015, the University was also awarded the 2013 Quality Assurance Agency kitemark for quality and standards of teaching and learning, and voted one of the UK’s most creative universities in Which? University’s 2013 and 2014 student polls. Solent University is an exempt charity under the terms of the Charities Act 2011.