Academic Note Taker
| Company: | Randstad Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 to £12.71 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Portsmouth, PO1 2DJ |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Are you ready to make a difference in the academic journey of students? We are looking for dedicated individuals who can help students in taking notes.
Randstad Student & Worker Support are looking for reliable and committed Academic Note Takers and to work with Students at
the University of Portsmouth
Working as an academic note taker at
University of Portsmouth
you will be providing an essential service to students with disabilities while having the chance to learn something new everyday. You will attend various lectures and seminars and take accurate notes for students who due to their disability find it difficult to make notes for themselves.
Benefits:
Flexible working hours
E-learning and CPD
28 days holiday pay pro rata
£12.71 per hour - you will receive this rate, plus your benefits such as holidays
Working for the UK's leading provider
Improving your knowledge for free by being a part of higher education lectures
Responsibilities:
Providing note taking support to students suffering from disabilities/mental health conditions your responsibilities will include:
Producing accurate and legible handwritten 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 institution
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:
- Have neat handwriting - able to produce notes in a legible and presentable manner
Good typing skills
Accurate spelling and grammar skills
Punctuality and reliability
You will need to be able to work quickly and under time restrictions
Good organisational skills
Ideally you will have experience in working with specific learning difficulties individuals in higher or further education
If you have the above skills and are interested in this rewarding part time role supporting students in Higher Education - please apply now!
Successful applicants will be invited to take part in a telephone assessment and also interviewed to discuss suitability for the role.
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