Job Description

First Class Support provides academic support to students in receipt of disabled student allowance (DSA). We pride ourselves on only employing first class support specialists that are passionate about making a difference to the lives of people studying higher education courses across the UK.

We are recruiting a Specialist Notetaker to support students during this academic year.

This role is based in Falmouth.

Your role:

To support students who require notes to be taken on their behalf. The activity of notetaking is to produce an accurate and legible record of the content of lectures, seminars, discussions, off-campus events etc. in the student's preferred style and format.

Notes should contain pertinent information from the session (and any questions and discussion if required), may include diagrams and may be referenced to any hand-outs. The notetaker must hand over notes in the agreed format within a specified time frame.

Your Skills:

You will have experience of working with students with disabilities mainly visual impairment and specific learning difficulties. You will have quick and accurate typing skills.

Qualifications/Training:

You will be required to complete a level 3 CPD accredited note taking course before you commence employment (provided free of charge as an online course).

All candidates should ideally possess a good degree, as most support will be at higher education institutions.

First Class Commitment To Our Staff

For this specific role, successful applicants will receive:

16.00 per hour

Ongoing training and professional development

A personalised @firstclass email address

PI insurance, provided by First Class Support

Flexible working patterns

Additional Information:

The working hours vary according to the needs of the student and the academic timetable. We are seeking support workers who are currently self-employed, or in the process of registering as a self-employed professional.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Experience:

Notetaking: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person