Job Description
Rutledge Training is a dynamic and student-focused organisation dedicated to providing quality education and support. We are seeking a motivated and empathetic Student Advisor to join our team and contribute to the success and well-being of our students.
Role Overview
As a Student Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey and overall experience of our students. Your responsibilities include:
* Providing personalised academic guidance, assisting students in setting and achieving their educational goals
* Offering support services, including counselling, and career development, to enhance students' holistic college experience
* Implementing retention strategies, identifying and addressing potential barriers to academic progress, fostering a supportive environment
* Problem resolution, serving as a point of contact for students facing challenges and offering tailored solutions
* Assisting prospective students in the admissions process, providing information on programs and admission requirements
You will collaborate closely with Teaching staff and other student support services to create a collaborative and student-centric environment.
Responsibilities
* Academic Guidance: Provide personalised academic advising to students, assisting them in setting and achieving their educational goals; as well as sourcing suitable placements in line with their area of study
* Support Services: Offer guidance on support services, including counselling, and career development, to enhance students' overall training experience
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* Admissions Assistance: Assist prospective students in the admissions process, providing information on programs and admission requirements
* Collaboration: Work closely with Teaching staff, and other student support services to create a collaborative and student-centric environment
* Workshop Facilitation: Facilitate our internal CHILS programme to develop interpersonal and basic life skills to our cohort of students
* Administration: Provide administrative support in the operation of the Branch
About Us
Rutledge Training is one of the leading private training providers in NI, with a branch network of 17 locations. We offer government-funded training programmes Skills for Life & Work and Apprenticeships NI; as well as private and corporate training.
The Company has been in operation from 1989, making us a long-standing education provider in NI.
Requirements
* Minimum Level 2/GCSE English and Maths qualifications
* 1 years' experience in a pastoral care role (paid or voluntary capacity)
* 1 years' administration experience
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Able to empathise and connect with students from diverse backgrounds
* Knowledge of academic advising best practices and educational support services
* Full Driving License and Access to Transport for business use
* Experience working in a government-funded training environment (Desirable)
* Counselling Qualification (Desirable)
Benefits
* £24,000 - £26,000 per annum
* Birthday Leave
* Company-wide Bonus Scheme
* 40p per mile travel expenses
* Company Laptop
* SUPPORTIVE three phase induction process
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Training and Development opportunities
* Company Social Committee
* Social Event Calendar
* Charity Fundraising Committee
* Employee Wellbeing Programme
* Employee Assistance Programme