Notetaker Specialist

Job Title: Notetaker Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Notetaker Specialist to provide academic support to students at the University of Hull. As a Notetaker Specialist, you will be responsible for taking comprehensive notes during lectures, seminars, and discussions, and providing them to students in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take accurate and detailed notes during lectures, seminars, and discussions
• Provide notes to students in a timely manner, either in real-time or after the lecture
• Discuss note-taking requirements with students, including format, font, and size
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Act in the best interests of students while working within university policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification
• Complete accredited training in Specialist Notetaking for Deaf or Visually Impaired Students
• Complete an e-learning suite provided by Randstad
• Pass a typing test to demonstrate sufficient typing speed

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience in notetaking or similar administration roles
• Experience in the Higher Education environment
• Experience supporting disabled adults
• Knowledge of the University campus

Competencies:

• Good understanding of the English Language
• Clear presentation of written work
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of barriers that disabled people may experience in higher education
• Understanding of confidentiality issues and role boundaries