Amanuensis (Note Taker) - HE Counselling

Activate Learning; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative education organization in Guildford is seeking a reliable Amanuensis (Note Taker) for a part-time position supporting Higher Education Counselling students. Responsibilities include creating accurate notes from sessions and supporting student learning through clear documentation. Ideal candidates will have excellent listening skills and experience in an educational setting, with an emphasis on confidentiality. Join a team focused on transforming lives through learning.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Free parking at all campuses

Qualifications

• Experience taking accurate notes or minutes in an academic or professional setting.
• Ability to summarise complex discussions clearly and neutrally.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled counselling programme sessions.
• Create clear, impartial written notes from sessions.
• Share notes securely with the student group.

Skills

Excellent listening skills

Strong attention to detail

Confident using digital tools

Education

Minimum Level 3 education (e.g. A Levels)

Job description

Amanuensis (Note Taker) - HE Counselling

We are recruiting a discreet and reliable Amanuensis (Note Taker) to support our Higher Education Counselling students at Activate Learning. You will play an important role in enabling adult learners to engage fully with their studies by producing accurate, accessible notes from taught sessions.

You will attend scheduled counselling programme sessions and create clear, impartial written notes that capture key learning points, discussions, and activities. These notes will be shared securely with the student group to support learning, reflection, and preparation for practice.

This is a part‑time role (7 agreed timetabled hours per week) Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00‑12:30, term time only, based at Guildford college.

What do you need to be successful as an Amanuensis at Activate Learning?

• A good standard of general education (minimum Level 3, e.g. A Levels or equivalent).
• Experience taking accurate notes or minutes in an academic or professional setting.
• Excellent listening skills and written English, with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to summarise complex discussions clearly, neutrally, and in an organised way.
• Confidence using digital tools for note‑taking and secure document sharing.
• A solid understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and professional boundaries, particularly in counselling or educational contexts.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Familiarity with counselling or psychology terminology.
• Experience supporting students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
• Training or qualifications in note‑taking, administration, or related fields.

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programmes for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applications

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.