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Resident Tutors
Resident Tutors serve in the College as teachers in their specialised areas, and as mentors for
students. Their role is an important part of ensuring the safety of the College and its students outside
of office hours. They also share in offering pastoral care to students – which forms an integral part
of the network which supports students in residence – and are a communication pathway between
students and day staff.

The role of a Resident Tutor is to be a part of the students’ support system as they go through
significant moments in their lives during their time at the College. The early years of university can
be a challenging time in the lives of students, and a range of significant issues may emerge. Mentor
meetings (both one-on-one and in small groups) with Resident Tutors are a great opportunity for
you to discuss how the transition to university and collegiate life is going, and seek guidance in any
areas relating to studies, university, or living away from home. Resident Tutors are able to direct
students to appropriate internal and external support. During one-on-one mentoring sessions,
Resident Tutors may fill out a check-in and goal setting proforma with students. This document is
shared with the Deputy Principal to assist with timely and holistic community wellbeing support.

Generally, however, any conversation you have with a Resident Tutor is confidential unless you
agree for the conversation to be discussed with other relevant staff members, or unless someone is
deemed to be at risk of harm.

All Resident Tutors possess formal First Aid and Mental Health First Aid qualifications and have also
undergone training as First Responders to disclosures of sexual assault. They are supported by the
Deputy Principal and Dean of Studies in their roles.

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Janet Clarke Hall Student Handbook 2025