Staff Profile
Sophie Roberts
Student Wellbeing Adviser (Learning)
- Telephone: +44 (0) 191 208 3333
Background
I have worked in education for over 15 years, starting my career within supporting disabled students in Further Education, I then went on to work in Higher Education as Disability Adviser in The University of Liverpool and following this at Liverpool John Moores University. My role within the university is to provide advice and guidance to students who are experiencing difficulties with their studies which are, or may be, related to a Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia/dyspraxia, Aspergers Syndrome and ADD/ADHD.
This extends to guiding students through the diagnostic process and providing advice on assistive software and other learning support facilities.
In collaboration with my colleagues in the Specialist Learning Team, I also help to facilitate the Aspergers and Autism Support Network (AASN) and transitional events for this cohort of students.
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology and Health Studies
Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health
Certificate in Counselling Skills - Level 2
Professional Membership
NADP IN/1067
Conferences