Research Methods Peer Tutor (Level 4)

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities

£13.45 hourly pay + £1.62 per hour holiday rate

Short term role

Geoffrey Manton

27 Sep 2026

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Research Methods Peer Tutor (Level 4)

Job Description

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

We are seeking enthusiastic and approachable students to support fellow students studying the Level 4 Working with Data and Evidence (WDE) module.

Working alongside the module teaching team, you will provide peer support during practical computer lab sessions throughout Semester 1 (across 11 weeks). You will help students develop their research skills by answering questions, supporting learning activities, and encouraging engagement with lab-based exercises.

The role includes paid preparation time before teaching sessions, and full training and ongoing guidance will be provided. No previous teaching experience is required.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop valuable transferable skills, including communication, leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and confidence in supporting others. This will help you build a portfolio of transferable skills highly valued by employers across education, research, public and private sector environments. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate initiative, build confidence in supporting others, and gain practical experience. This can strengthen future job, placement and postgraduate applications.

Contract Period: Week commencing 5 October to Friday 18 December

Hours of Work: Approximately 2-4 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours depending on student demand and availability.

Person Specification

This role is only open to current Manchester Met students who meet the following requirements. Applicants must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

Essential Criteria

A current Level 5 or Level 6 student in the School of Sociology and Criminology
Completed the WDE module at Level 4 or the core research modules (QDA and CRM) at Level 5.
Confident using SPSS for both univariate and bivariate analysis
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain concepts clearly and support students during practical learning activities.
Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively.
An interest in supporting the learning and development of fellow students.
Must be available on either Mondays 2-6pm, Tuesdays 10-12pm or Wednesdays 1-6pm

Desirable Criteria

Interest in developing skills and experience in teaching, training, coaching, mentoring, or student support.
Experience supporting, mentoring, or guiding fellow students in an academic setting.
Experience using Microsoft Excel and/or other data analysis software.
Availability to support additional sessions if required.

How to Apply

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 27th September.

Please apply via the Apply button, completing the application form and attaching your CV and covering letter as a single document.

In your covering letter, please:

Explain why you are interested in the role and what you hope to gain from the experience
Demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria.
Confirm your availability for one or more of the following teaching session times: Monday 2.00pm-6.00pm, Tuesday 10.00am-12.00pm, Wednesday 1.00pm-6.00pm

Please also indicate any additional availability that may enable you to support further teaching sessions during Semester 1.

Please be aware that roles may close earlier than the stated closing date, where a high number of applications are received. To ensure you have an opportunity to apply, please do so as soon as possible.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you require or would benefit from support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in work, please contact us by e-mailing [email protected]. This information will only be used and shared with those who require it to implement any change(s) and only at the point this is required.

If you have any queries, or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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