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Being a Peer Assisted Learning Leader (PALL) is your opportunity to make a difference, while developing skills that will support your future.
You’ll lead informal study sessions, help students settle into university, and play a key role in building a supportive learning community at Kent.
What is a PAL Leader (PALL)?
As a PAL Leader, you’ll support students in the year below you by running relaxed, student-led study sessions.
You’re not there to teach or give answers. Instead, you’ll:
- guide discussions
- help students think through challenges
- share your experience of studying at Kent
You’ll create a space where students feel confident, supported, and able to succeed.
PAL Leaders play an important role in helping others:
- settle into university
- build confidence
- feel a sense of belonging
- achieve success in their studies
Why become a PAL Leader?
What you’ll gain
Being a PAL Leader helps you grow personally, academically, and professionally:
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Build real-world skills
Develop leadership, communication, facilitation and teamwork skills -
Boost your confidence
Gain experience speaking in groups and supporting others -
Enhance your CV
Receive recognition, a certificate, and employability points -
Stand out to employers
Add your PAL experience to LinkedIn and future applications -
Make a difference
Support students in their first year and help them succeed -
Connect with staff and students
Build relationships across your School
I have definitely developed my coordination skills – organising sessions and what will be explored within them… my students rely on me to make the decisions as a third year who has experienced the course.
What to expect in the role
As a PAL Leader, you will:
- Plan and run regular PAL sessions
- Encourage discussion and participation
- Share study strategies and experiences
- Help students find useful support and resources
- Keep a simple record of sessions
- Take part in training and PAL community meetings
You’ll be supported throughout, with training and guidance to help you feel confident in your role.
You might be a great PAL Leader if you:
- are doing well in your course (or on track to progress)
- understand what it’s like to start university
- enjoy working with others and supporting your peers
- are approachable, reliable, and organised
- want to build confidence and develop new skills
You don’t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to help others learn.
Support and Training
You’ll be supported every step of the way
Before you start, you’ll complete mandatory training to help you:
- run effective sessions
- support different learners
- build inclusive, welcoming environments
You’ll also:
- join a PAL Leader community
- attend regular meetings
- receive ongoing support from the S.A.S. PAL supervisors team
Apply to become a PAL Leader
We’re currently recruiting PAL Leaders for the next academic year.
Explore the Job Description and Person Specification and apply online.
📅 Application deadline: Tuesday 26 May 2026
📍 Interviews: w/c 1 June (on campus)
Check your eligibility
PAL Leader roles for 2026/27 are available in selected Schools and courses, including Foundation Year, Kent Business School, Kent Law School, Biosciences, Humanities, Physics & Astronomy and Actuarial Science & Maths.
Not sure if you’re eligible? Get in touch with saspal@kent.ac.uk
If PAL isn’t running in your course this year, there may be opportunities to get involved in the future.
Being a PAL Leader is more than a role, it’s a chance to build confidence, support others, and be part of something that makes a real difference.
[Being a PAL Leader is] super fun! I got to work with an amazing Stage 1 group.