Learning Development Mentor

About the Job

A Job Opportunity for University of Northampton Undergraduate Students Only

Part Time: 6 hours per week - Fixed Term: September 2025 - May 2026 (Term time only)

Interview Date: 20 & 21 May 2025

We are looking for University of Northampton students to work with us to enhance the academic and study skills of their fellow students. Will you be a second year student next academic year 2025 - 2026? Do you like working with others? Do you think you can encourage and support other students with their academic and study skills?

We are recruiting students to supplement our Learning Development Team and to enhance the provision. We need Learning Development Mentors to offer students drop-in sessions, support with Open Day events, create resources and develop content for social media. The successful candidates will be working 6 hours a week to fit around their own studies and work together as a member of the Learning Development Team. 

We are an accredited Living Wage Foundation Employer and currently pay the real living wage which is £24,309 per annum, pro rata. In recognition of this the salary for this post has been increased to pay the higher amount which currently supersedes the actual Grade 3 starting salary before living wage.

Please make sure you take your time to answer the job specific questions clearly within the application form.

About you 

It is important that you are supportive and a good listener as we need the successful candidates to mentor individuals and occasionally groups, in the development of academic and/or maths and statistical skills.

You should be able to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders which include students (peers), academic and professional services staff to aid in the development of the mentoring initiative. You should possess good study skills practices and be able to hold conversations with peers on how you find these study skills methods helpful.

You will need to work with peers to identify factors affecting their engagement and become familiar with the range of support mechanisms available to students, and signpost students to these as appropriate. 

Essential Qualifications

• Undertaking a University of Northampton undergraduate degree programme and in your second year 2025/26 with an average Grade profile of 2:1 or above

Library, Learning and Student Services

The Learning Development is part of Learning and Teaching Enhancement Team. Learning Development are a team of academic tutors who work with all students to advise them about their academic, study and maths and statistical skills. The Learning Development Mentors will be a part of this team and work alongside colleagues to enhance the academic skills of peers.

About Us

At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.

Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.

Our Values

• Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
• Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
• Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
• Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.

Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.

Right to Work

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position.

Due to this criteria we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON

Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.

Commitments Include:

1. Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
2. Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
3. Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.

UON’s Major Commitments:

• Disability Confident
• Standalone Pledge
• IHRA Working Definition

For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON