Study Support Assistant

**This post is a term time only post, part time, 15 hours per week during term time only (flexibility on how these hours are worked depending on the student timetable)**

**Maternity cover until October 2025**

**Band 2 - £25,148 - £27,344 per annum, pro rata**

**About the Post**

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities? We are looking for a dedicated Study Support Assistant to join our team at the University of Suffolk. This role is crucial in providing study support and practical assistance to students with disabilities, ensuring they have full access to learning and the university environment.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with the Disability and Wellbeing Team and other university colleagues to support students with disabilities.
- Assist students in accessing student support services and facilitate their independence.
- Support students in understanding and completing tasks, including reading, writing, transcription, and using assistive technology.
- Provide practical campus assistance, including guiding, laboratory support, and helping with mobility needs.
- Offer note-taking support, ensuring notes are neat, legible, and comprehensive.
- Assist in the preparation for teaching sessions by setting up equipment and reproducing materials.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with DSA regulations.
- Participate in review meetings and contribute to the assessment of student needs.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations.

**About the Team**

The Student Life Department at the University of Suffolk is dedicated to shaping the university experience and supporting students through a holistic approach. Our team is passionate, friendly, and aspirational, committed to providing impartial information, advice, education, and guidance. We connect with students through various channels, including one-to-one sessions, workshops, and events.

**About You**

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the student experience? We are looking for someone who is empathetic, adaptable, and committed to promoting inclusive learning.

**Attributes and Skills**:

- Strong commitment to the concept of inclusive learning.
- Understanding of the need for students to maintain independence.
- Respect for confidentiality and flexibility with working hours.
- Ability to provide tailored study support and develop effective study strategies.
- Excellent spelling, grammar, and note-taking skills.

**Relevant Knowledge**:

- Understanding of the learning support role in Higher Education.
- Knowledge of support aids and equipment.
- Experience with IT and assistive software.

Are you passionate about enhancing communication and support for students? If so, we would love to hear from you

**Benefits**
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
- Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies.
- We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS.
- Staff discounts at a number of local amenities.
- Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
- Wellbeing programmes.
- Staff recognition annual awards.

**Closing Date: Wednesday 1 January 2025**

**Interview Date/s: Friday 10 January or Monday 13 January 2025**

**_Please be aware that this post is not eligible for visa sponsorship._**

We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation. We are seeking passionate individuals who share this commitment, aligning with our strategic initiatives and procedures to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future.