Note Taking For D/Deaf & Hard Of Hearing

Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting Ltd; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training & development

Job summary

Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting Ltd is seeking a Specialist Note Taker to support a university student who is d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials, producing clear and accurate electronic notes for the student.

This role offers flexible, term-time hours and a PAYE or Self-Employed contract arrangement. Responsibilities include attending sessions on campus, delivering structured notes promptly, maintaining confidentiality, and completing records and timesheets.

Qualifications

• Excellent written English and note-taking skills.
• Fast and accurate typing.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Word and digital technology.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Attend lectures, seminars and tutorials on campus.
• Produce accurate, structured and accessible electronic notes.
• Submit notes promptly following sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
• Liaise with Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting regarding support provision.
• Complete session records and timesheets accurately.

Skills

Note taking

Typing speed

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Right to work UK

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Pay: £13-£18 per hour, depending on experience and contract type

Contract Type: PAYE or Self-Employed Associate
Hours: Flexible, term-time work, based on student timetable est. 12-17 hours a week.

About the Role

Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting is seeking a reliable, professional and compassionate Specialist Note Taker to support a university student who is d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials, producing clear and accurate electronic notes for the student. This role is vital to ensuring the student can fully participate in university life and achieve their academic potential.

Responsibilities

• Attend lectures, seminars and tutorials on campus.
• Produce accurate, structured and accessible electronic notes.
• Submit notes promptly following sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
• Liaise with Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting regarding support provision.
• Complete session records and timesheets accurately.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent written English and note-taking skills.
• Fast and accurate typing.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Word and digital technology.
• Reliable, organised and punctual.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable

• Experience supporting disabled students.
• Experience working with d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
• Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive practice.
• Previous experience within education, support work, disability services or healthcare.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible hours around university timetables.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a student's educational experience.
• Support from an experienced specialist disability support provider.