Study Assistant (Non-Medical Helper)
Variable Hours; Grade 5, spine point F19, £15.55 per hour + £1.88 holiday rate per hour
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Who we're looking for:
The Disability & Inclusion Advice Service (DIAS) is looking to appoint a bank of Study Assistants (Non-Medical Helpers) to join our existing team. You will provide an essential support service to students within the University. Sitting within the Student Wellbeing & Support team, you will provide practical study support to students who have been identified with disabilities, medical and mental health conditions and formally diagnosed specific learning difficulties (SPLDs), such as dyslexia and dyspraxia, to help them achieve their full potential whilst at university. You will provide vital support services to students both within the University and offsite when necessary. Your role will encompass assisting students across various programmes offered by the University, including Criminology, Psychology, Outdoor Adventure Education, and Sport programmes. While not a requirement, we also encourage applications from individuals who are comfortable and interested in supporting students in Outdoor Adventure Education and Sport programmes.
You will need to be flexible and have the availability to work at times led by student timetables, have excellent communication and listening skills, and demonstrate a reliable and supportive attitude. Previous experience of supporting or working with students or people with mental health difficulties and/or autism would be desirable but not essential.
This role is integral to the holistic development and success of our students. If you are passionate about education, enjoy working in diverse environments, and are committed to making a positive impact on students' lives, we encourage you to apply.
Please indicate your availability on your application form. This can range from one to 35 hours per week.
What you'd be doing:
This support may include a variety of roles including (although not limited to):
· Note taking
· Acting as a reader
· Transcription
· Enabling – supporting students with mobility issues
· Working with technology to make course materials accessible
· Photocopying, enlarging texts
· Study support
You will also play an important role in supporting the liaison between the individual, the Student Wellbeing and Support team, various Academic staff and other members of the University.
You'll need to enjoy:
· Working with people
· Building rapport with colleagues/students (in person, over the phone or by email)
· Providing excellent customer service
· Engaging with Assistive Technology and the University's digital learning environments and systems
· Being part of a team
Where you'll work:
In this role, you'll be based in the Disability & Inclusion Advice Service (DIAS) within the wider Student Wellbeing and Support team, on our green campus in the north of Plymouth.
In order to be successful in this role, you will be required to work on site. Although, there may be some remote work involved (such as typing up notes or taking notes in virtual sessions).
For an informal discussion about the role please contact either Nikki Breed or Jon Bingham (Disability Advisers) by emailing
Supporting our people:
At Marjon, we are firmly committed to supporting every member of staff who works for us. Our Balance programme of health and wellbeing activities aims to help you to look after your physical health, nutritional health, mental health and social health.
We're big believers in the importance of work/life balance. Many of our employees work flexibly and they are able to apply for parental leave and time off for dependants.
We are keen to hear from a diverse range of applicants to support our goal to realise every individual's potential. We are a 'Disability Confident Employer': candidates who declare a disability and who demonstrate on their application that they meet the essential criteria will be included on the shortlist.
Closing date: Sunday 19 October 2025 (at 11:59pm)
Interview date: Tuesday 28 October 2025
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, please complete the University's online application form.
Please note, we will only consider applications submitted direct to the University via the above website. We do not accept applications or CVs submitted via third parties
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It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £15.55 per hour
Work Location: In person