Study Skills

We provide experienced and qualified Study Skills tutors for students in receipt of DSA.

Study Skills Tutor (Specific Learning Difficulties / Autism Spectrum Conditions)

Specialist Study Skills Tutors are highly qualified and experienced professionals who deliver one-to-one support to higher education students funded through Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). While they are not subject-specific tutors or proofreaders, they promote independent learning and empower students to manage their own workload through practical strategies and personalised techniques tailored to Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC).

What support is provided? Specialist Study Skills Tutors can help you with:

  • Developing effective time management, prioritisation, and organisational strategies
  • Creating practical study techniques including note-taking, reading strategies, assignment planning, structuring, and research skills
  • Building mind-mapping, proofreading strategies, and memory techniques
  • Improving composition, editing, numeracy, and presentation skills
  • Preparing for examinations, assessments, revision, and managing exam stress
  • Identifying and accessing appropriate resources and assistive technology to reduce barriers to learning
  • Transitioning into university life and adapting to new academic demands
  • Exploring solutions to issues affecting academic performance due to SpLD or ASC
  • Developing techniques to set and achieve academic goals while working towards greater autonomy

The Role As a Study Skills Tutor you will:

  • Provide effective, student-specific support in a higher education setting for individuals facing barriers due to Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and/or Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
  • Work collaboratively with each student to identify barriers and co-create strategies that lead to independent learning
  • Monitor the effectiveness of support strategies and adjust them as needed
  • Organise and deliver regular tutoring sessions (on campus, in-home, or remotely)
  • Help students build confidence, resilience, and practical skills for successful study

Skills and Experience Required

  • Experience of working with students or individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and/or autism spectrum conditions
  • Ability to assess individual needs and co-create an appropriate Individual Support Plan
  • Understanding of the demands of higher education study
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of assistive technology and inclusive learning strategies
  • Commitment to promoting student autonomy and empowerment

Essential Qualifications For SpLD support: Degree-level qualification plus a recognised specialist SpLD teaching qualification (e.g. Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in SpLD/Dyslexia, Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Learners with Dyslexia/SpLD, or equivalent courses accredited by BDA, PATOSS, PASSHE or similar). Professional membership of a relevant body (e.g. PATOSS, BDA, ADSHE or PASSHE) is typically required.

For ASC support: Degree plus a teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE or QTLS) and comprehensive adult autism training (e.g. all 5 NAS core modules or equivalent PG Cert in Autism).

Full details of the Department for Education (DfE) NMH qualification matrix are available on request.

Why join Daisy Training?

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Fully flexible freelance/self-employed working (choose your own hours and location)
  • Supportive team with easy-to-use digital systems and a dedicated student app
  • Opportunity to make a real difference by empowering students to reach their full potential

A Study Skills tutor works with students on a one-to-one basis to develop and implement strategies and solutions to facilitate their academic success. This may include:

  • Time management and planning in order to meet personal and course deadlines.
  • Structuring assignments using various essay planning techniques
  • Breaking down assignment questions to aid assignment planning.
  • Memory and revision techniques for test and exam situations.
  • Proof-reading techniques
  • Strategies to assist with spelling and grammar
  • Research strategies – enabling students to find relevant information
  • Note-taking strategies for lectures and seminars

If you want to discuss any tutoring support requirements or about joining us a a tutor, please contact us.