Student Disability Services, part of the Student Life Division of Cardiff University, are looking to employ Notetakers/Support Workers to provide support to disabled students to enable them to participate in their University studies.

 

As a Notetaker you will support a student’s learning by providing clear and accurate notes as a record of lectures and other teaching sessions. Each student’s needs are unique, so the working hours are variable. You will be paid for the number of hours you work each week by completing a timesheet. You could be required for around 5 hours a week however, this may vary each week. The hours are dependent upon student demand and timetables.

A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is expected when undertaking this role. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

To provide the student with an accurate and full account of the information conveyed in lectures or classes where it is necessary to take notes.

Key Duties:

• To assist disabled students with notetaking in lectures and providing a high quality set of legible notes, both handwritten and typed.
• To provide notes to the student within 48 hours, in an agreed format to meet their needs.
• To maintain regular contact with the student, from the outset of your work, to ensure they are receiving notes in a timely fashion and in a mutually agreed format. Please note that some students may favour contact to be by e-mail.
• To provide assistance to disabled students needing basic practical support (opening doors, carrying bag etc.).
• Complete timesheets to record work activity and return relevant paperwork accurately and promptly.
• To work in a professional, helpful and flexible manner, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• To liaise with the Support Worker Service on an ongoing basis, in order to monitor support, provide adequate notice if you are unable to attend lectures and ensure notification of any changes to your availability for work or contact details.
• Attending formal note-taking training, meetings and adhering to the standards and expectations of the service.
• Abide by University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity.