Written Applications Mentor

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a professional, passionate and enthusiastic UNSW or WSU Medical Student, or JCU Dental Student to join our expanding Contour MedPrep team as a Written Applications Mentor!

At Contour, we pride ourselves in providing exceptional, well-rounded tutoring services that provide comprehensive learning for our students. From 1-on-1 student consultations to online support, your contribution will ensure students are guided through the written application assessments of their applications to medical or dental school, including University of New South Wales (UNSW), Western Sydney University (WSU) and James Cook University (JCU). Your expertise and commitment to student success will foster an innovative service that provides friendly yet professional and comprehensive mentorship to help students craft compelling and successful written application submissions.

This isn’t just any mentorship role; it’s a calling for someone with extensive passion and dedication to guide students in the written application component of entry into medicine or dentistry, and dedication to excellence. We strive to remain Australia’s Leading Medical Preparation Program, and as a Written Applications Mentor you will be a vital component of our vision, embodying our commitment to providing the best possible student experience during this crucial phase of a student’s education. 

Who Are We

Contour MedPrep is a leading medical preparation program that currently specialises in comprehensive UCAT and Interview preparation, aiming to empower and support the next generation of healthcare professionals in the highly competitive yet often daunting process of gaining entry into medical school. 

Our UCAT course aligns itself with the objective of the UCAT, rigorously training students in the mental abilities and skills of a successful doctor or dentist, through engaging group lessons, comprehensive and abundant resources, live mock exams, 24/7 student support and so much more! We are extremely committed to innovative and results-driven medical preparation, with industry-first initiatives such as our Live UCAT Testing Centre and student accountability system propelling our 2023 students to an industry-leading median UCAT score of 3040+, one student even setting the world record score of 3590! 

Over 3,000 students and 100 staff have joined our tutoring services since our founding in 2020. This year, we have successfully expanded our in-person Live Testing Centres to Brisbane and Sydney, with over 1000 bookings, and hundreds of new enrolments from all over Australia.  Our growth is a testament to our dedication to providing ALL our students and parents with a high-quality tutoring experience (from 24/7 personal support to on-demand resources) and our commitment to helping them achieve their goals. We were listed as the 17th Fastest Growing Startup by the Australian Financial Review in 2022, and we’re continuing to multiply year over year! It’s our vision to reshape education, starting with tutoring.

The Role

At Contour, we are deeply committed to helping students navigate their journey into medical and dental school. The written application component is often a challenging and decisive aspect of a student’s journey into medical or dental school. We recognise that many students struggle to find the support and expertise needed to craft and submit strong, successful written applications. 

As a Written Applications Mentor, you will play an essential role in guiding students through this crucial process, helping them refine and elevate their written application to stand out, through written feedback, 1-on-1 consultations, ongoing online support. This role requires not only a deep understanding of what makes a written application successful but also the ability to identify areas for improvement and provide clear, actionable feedback. Your knowledge of the nuances in written applications for programs like UNSW Medicine, WSU Medicine, and JCU Dentistry will be essential. Your support will need to be comprehensive, empathetic, and tailored to the individual needs of each student, ensuring they feel confident and prepared as they submit their applications.

The role is multi-faceted and highly collaborative, as it requires seamless coordination with our various teams at Contour, including our Medical Admissions team. Your collaboration with these teams is instrumental in creating a cohesive and supportive pathway for our students, thereby maintaining the high standards of guidance and support that Contour MedPrep prides itself on.

With the exception of the initial in-person training, the Written Applications Mentor role is predominantly remote, offering the flexibility to balance professional and personal commitments. You will rely on your solid knowledge base and skills, unwavering commitment, and excellent communication skills to excel in this role. This is an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of aspiring medical and dental students, guiding them toward their dreams with clarity and confidence. Join us at Contour MedPrep, where your expertise and dedication will make a profound impact on the lives of aspiring medical and dental students, guiding them toward their dreams with clarity and confidence.

Why Contour, and Why This Role?

Working in our collaborative environment with an energetic team is a fantastic opportunity to let your social personality thrive, hone your knowledge and learn heaps along the way! 

At Contour MedPrep, you’ll get an inside look at one of the fastest growing start-ups in education in Australia. Our team is super driven and hard-working, but we’re all easy-going and friendly, and we love our frequent (paid-for 🥳) team dinners and meet-ups, where you’ll get to talk and vibe with everyone.

Our goal is to reshape education, starting with tutoring. We think there’s an opportunity for a brand and organisation to create a significant impact on school-level education in Australia. We believe, through the implementation of technology and modern business practices, learning can be much more enjoyable and effective for students. As we progress, our small steps start to become big strides, as we make major advances in the resources & support we provide to our students.

This isn’t a regular admin role where you’ll deal with boring paperwork or rude customers. Instead, you’ll have the opportunity to talk to dozens of young people throughout the week. You’ll get to have banter, they’ll share fun stories, and you’ll also get an opportunity to be a supportive figure in the students’ education journey.

There is a large and rapidly increasing interest from new students for our medical preparation program, so you’ll have many opportunities to talk to people and let your personality shine. We know that as current medical students, each one of you would recall the daunting process that is applying to medicine or dentistry. In this support role, we want you to share your stories and experiences with students and help them grow confidence in their chances of success with entry into the medical field! 

Comprehensive Training & Support

Working in a collaborative environment and an energetic team can be a fantastic opportunity to hone your interpersonal skills and learn so much along the way! 

When you join, you’ll be properly onboarded with all the support and personal feedback you need to settle in, and you’ll work closely with our leadership team and Head of Written Applications to upskill and refine your communication and problem-solving skills. You’ll also be thoroughly introduced to all our CRM software and consultation documentation, and will be familiarised with our current course structures including our UCAT and Interview courses.

By the end of your training, the role will become very familiar to you, and you will feel comfortable running 1-on-1 consultations and providing comprehensive support to enhance students’ experiences! You’ll also be engaged with the rest of the team through routine catch-ups, and over time you’ll receive further perks and work opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

As one of our Written Applications Mentor, your main tasks will include (but are not limited to):

• Reading and providing detailed feedback for students on their drafted written applications, to give them unique and tailored advice!
• Running 1-On-1 Consultations with students. This will form the bulk of the role, and you will be thoroughly trained in running these consultations! These sessions are designed to provide comprehensive feedback and interactive guidance to help the student improve their written application. This is also a perfect opportunity to answer any questions the student may have. 
• Responding to Student & Staff Written Application Enquiries via Text/Email, including any questions about feedback or written application submissions, and addressing any concerns. 

Expected Work Hours

• Highly Flexible Work Schedule
• Minimum 15 Hours per week until 30 September 2024.
• For each week, you can specify the times during which you will be available for students/parents to book their consultation.
• So, you have complete freedom to decide how you divide up your work hours throughout the week! The only restriction is that students are unavailable for consultations during school hours 🙂 
• NOTE: The time requirements above are estimates. There is an option to work more or less than the hours above, depending on your schedule and preference, so just let us know!

Compensation

• $45/hr + Super