Local Support Coordinator - Dundee, United Kingdom - InterStudies

Description

Become a Local Support Coordinator with InterStudies

We are looking for a LSC to join our fantastic team and really make a difference to the lives of students who have come to experience life abroad in Scotland.

This is a really rewarding role in which you'll have the chance to help others fulfil their dreams, encourage intercultural understanding, and work as part of a dedicated and dynamic team.

This is a part-time role, ideal to hold alongside another job, or in your spare time. The hours are flexible and you'll be working from home. We're looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team

• What is an LSC?_

As an InterStudies Local Support Coordinator, you will act as the local contact person for our students.

Our students come from all over the world to experience everyday Irish life, living with one of our caring host families, while attending a local school.

As an LSC you'll meet students from all over the world, building bridges between people, cultures, and countries.

You'll have the opportunity to improve intercultural understanding, one student at a time The job is a great opportunity to learn about different countries and cultures - while building friendships that last a lifetime.

• What does being an LSC involve?_

Our young students are far away from home, probably for the first time, and they rely on your care and support, which will give them the opportunity to create memories for life.

You will play a key role in supporting them during one of the most memorable years of their lives, in line with our policies and procedures, including our child protection policy.

A key part of this role, especially in the beginning, is finding and interviewing host families and matching them to suitable students, as well as working closely with schools and offering practical and emotional support and guidance to students.

As our students attend school during the day, most of your working hours will be in the evening or at weekends.

• What experience do you need to become an LSC?_

You may have worked with young people before - e.g. as a teacher or social worker, or you may have another background entirely.

What is important is that you are caring and approachable, and you have a genuine desire to work with young people and help them to experience life in Ireland.

Communication skills are really important - both with students and with our team at Head Office.

Full training will be provided

At InterStudies, we are committed to equal opportunities in employment and a fair selection process.

A high safety level in recruitment is also important to us, and the successful applicant will be asked to provide references as well as undertake a vetting check.

Job Type:
Part-time


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location:
In person