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13 Aug 2025

Student Support Lead at Mechanics for Africa

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Job Description


We are seeking a Student Support Lead to help students thrive both in their studies and in their personal lives. The role involves looking into the welfare of students, identifying needs, and providing the right support alongside their academic journey.
It also includes contributing to teaching, student engagement activities, and ensuring the college meets standards for student care, health awareness, safeguarding, and gender equality.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the Student Welfare Committee, ensuring effective case review, decision-making, and follow-up on student needs.
Oversee daily meals provision and manage kitchen staff.
Assess student needs for hardship assistance and coordinate appropriate support.
Work with the academic team to identify and support students facing academic challenges.
Assist in the coordination and delivery of mentorship programmes.
Teach at least one course per term.
Organise student seminars and orientation at the start of each term.
Oversee student health matters, including first aid and health awareness campaigns.
Provide one-to-one and group counselling for personal, academic, or spiritual concerns.
Share positive student and college stories with the wider community and stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Social Sciences or a related field with Education.
Experience in student support, pastoral care, teaching, or related roles.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Understanding of safeguarding, gender awareness, and student health needs.
Organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.

Desirable

Experience in vocational or further education settings.
Counselling or mentorship training.
Familiarity with TEVETA requirements.

How to Apply

Send your CV, copies of qualifications, and a cover letter to [email protected] by 18th August.

Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Method of Application

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]

 August 18, 2025




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