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Randstad Education; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Referral bonus

Job summary

Randstad Student & Worker Support is recruiting Specialist Note Takers to provide essential academic support to students with disabilities and mental health conditions in higher education.

You will produce neat notes, review for accessibility, and maintain confidentiality, with flexible hours and a supportive consultant network.

Qualifications

• Neat handwriting, good typing speed, accurate spelling and strong grammar.
• High punctuality, reliability, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work quickly under time constraints.
• Prior experience working with individuals with specific learning difficulties in higher or further education.

Responsibilities

• Write neat, accurate handwritten notes during lectures, seminars, and group tasks.
• Review notes immediately after sessions to ensure they are accessible, structured, and easy for the student to use.
• Build a supportive, professional relationship with students while adhering to university policies and procedures.
• Work closely with Randstad to manage individual student needs, report concerns promptly, and maintain strict confidentiality.

Skills

Neat handwriting

Typing speed

Spelling

Grammar

Job description

Looking for a flexible role that fits around your schedule while making a genuine impact on students in higher education?

Randstad Student & Worker Support is recruiting reliable and committed Specialist Note Takers to provide essential academic support to students with disabilities and mental health conditions

About the Role

Produce Quality Notes

Write neat, accurate, and legible handwritten notes during lectures, seminars, and group tasks.

Format & Review

Review notes immediately after sessions to ensure they are accessible, structured, and easy for the student to use.

Build a supportive, professional relationship with students while adhering to university policies and procedures.

Work closely with Randstad to manage individual student needs, report concerns promptly, and maintain strict confidentiality.

Requirements

Key Skills

Neat handwriting, good typing speed, accurate spelling, and strong grammar.

Core Qualities

High punctuality, reliability, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work quickly under time constraints.

Prior experience working with individuals with specific learning difficulties in higher or further education.

Why Join Randstad?

Flexible Hours

Multiple roles available with varying hours to suit your schedule.

Competitive Compensation

£12.71 per hour (plus 28 days holiday pay pro rata).

Professional Growth

Free access to higher education lectures, e-learning modules, and CPD opportunities.

Work for the UK's leading support provider with dedicated consultant support.

Referral Bonus

Earn £300 in shopping vouchers through our 'Refer a Friend' scheme (T&Cs apply).

Successful applicants will be invited to a telephone assessment, followed by a typing test and an interview to discuss suitability.