Company Description
Over the last decade, Senclude Limited has provided professional services to individuals, educational organizations, and commercial businesses. We are committed to supporting students at university levels and are actively engaged in offering assistance through Disabled Students Allowance Non-Medical Help (DSA NMH). At Senclude Ltd., we continually seek to collaborate with individuals and organizations that share our mission of supporting students. Join us in making a positive impact on students' academic journeys.
Before you apply, call to discuss the role as it is a very specific role.
Mandatory requirement: Must live within a commutable distance of Oxford
,
as onsite attendance is a requirement. You must be available to meet the needs of the student and their time table requirements, this will require flexibility and being able to respond to timetable changes on a term basis. Note Takers timetable, responsibilities and production is determined by the student who requires support.
To provides specialist support to a student.
Contract type:
Self-Employed
Overall purpose of the role:
To provide academic support to a student with a visual impairment studying a degree. This will involve electronically taking notes in lectures, seminars, and tutorials. The student may also need to access support on the campus.
The activity of Note Taking 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.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Have a device such as a laptop with WIFI connectivity.
* Have a mobile data plan to access online resources when WIFI is not available.
* Be a proficient and accurate typist.
* Hold a current enhanced DBS certificate or register for one.
* Must be registered as Self-Employed.
* You will be required to successfully complete the Senclude Note Taking course if you do not hold the equivalent qualification.
* Have excellent communication skills.
Main duties and responsibilities:
* To directly take electronic notes on a laptop during face to face/virtual lectures, seminars, and tutorials for students with a visual impairment.
* To ensure notes are clear and comprehensive. This requires fast and accurate typing, accurate spelling, and the ability to extract all relevant information.
* To work in a professional, helpful, and flexible manner, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
* 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 24 hours of the lecture taking place.
* Produce notes that are clear, complete, and legibly written.
* Manage paperwork effectively, i.e. filling in timesheets accurately and promptly posting them at the end of each month.
* Attend any relevant training or meetings.
Qualifications:
* GCSE Maths and English, Grade C and above.
* Mandatory qualification in Note Taking for Students with a Visual Impairment. (Senclude will provide the training for this and will be discussed if your application is successful).
Essential Skills:
* Quick and Accurate typist
* Adaptable with time
* IT literate
* Excellent literacy skills
Additional Information:
The working hours vary
according to the needs of the student
and the
academic timetable.
If the Note Takers are paid on a self-employed basis whereby they are responsible for paying their own National Insurance Contributions and Income Tax.
What we require from you:
* Eligible to work in the UK.
* Experience with note taking in a fast-paced environment in English.
* Well-organized, punctual, and reliable.
* Accurate spelling and grammar skills.
* Must undertake our Level 3 Note Taker course.
Work Remotely
* No
Qualifications
* Excellent note-taking, summarizing, and organizational skills
* Strong attention to detail and ability to capture essential information
* Exceptional listening and comprehension skills
* Proficiency in written and verbal communication
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
* Experience working with students and understanding their academic needs
* Prior experience in the educational sector is a plus
* Familiarity with DSA NMH support services is advantageous