Academic Support Worker

Location:

Sunderland (SR4) – Tyne and Wear, North East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£12 – £12.21 per hour + Holiday pay

Type:

Temporary

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract Period:

To be confirmed.

Main Industry:

Search Education & Training Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Education Administration

Advertiser:

Randstad

Job ID:

132412588

Posted On:

03 November 2025

Do you have excellent typing skills? Do you have a keen interest in learning new subjects? Then Randstad may just have the perfect role for you.

Randstad Student & Worker Support are looking for reliable and committed individuals to work with students in University of Sunderland to provide specialist notetaking support for students with learning disabilities.

Benefits:

* Flexible working hours
* E-learning and CPD
* 28 days holiday pay pro rata
* Dedicated consultant
* University exposure
* GBP13 per hour depending on experience
* Working for the UK’s leading provider gives a boost to your career
* Gaining knowledge for free by being a part of higher education lectures

Responsibilities:

Providing note taking support to students living with disabilities/mental health conditions. Your responsibilities will include:

* Producing accurate and legible notes for lectures, seminars/tutorials and group tasks
* Reviewing notes at the end of the lecture and ensuring that they are in a suitable format for the student to access effectively
* Maintaining a professional role as a note taker and being aware of the need to maintain this professional relationship with the student at all times
* Acting in the best interests of learners at all times whilst also working within the policies and procedures of the university

You will work closely with Randstad regarding the needs of individual students, and to ensure that any concerns are addressed in a timely manner. You will be expected to act professionally and maintain confidentiality within your role at all times, sharing all relevant information with Randstad to ensure the best possible service to your students.

Requirements:

* Good typing skills
* Attention to detail.
* Accurate spelling and grammar skills
* Punctuality and reliability
* Ability to work cohesively with students
* Good organisational skills
* Knowledge of the barriers that disabled people may experience – preferable.

If you have the above skills and are interested in adding good deeds in your life by supporting students with their Higher Education please apply now or send a copy of your CV or Apply Vaishnavi on0161 521 6206for more details. Successful applicants will take part in an interview to discuss further, followed by an assessment.

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