Details
1084009
De Montfort University (Leicester)
23/12/2024
Other - See Job
Part Time- Hours Will Vary
Smart Casual
Pay
£13.02
£2.03
Description
Role
Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency owned by De Montfort University, is dedicated to assisting students, graduates, and local professionals in gaining valuable work experience and earning income. There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU:
Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.
Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.
Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.
Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.
Summary of role- The department of Disability Advice and Support at De Montfort University are looking to recruit a Note Taker (Manual/Electronic) to make comprehensive set of notes to meet the needs of the student. We are looking for a candidate who has experience in a student support role, note taking experience and excellent written skills including spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Closing Date for applications: 8th January 2025
Expected start date: January/February Onwards
Rate of pay: £13.02
Holiday Pay: £2.03
This role will be campus based and hours will vary depending on the needs of the client.
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide notes that are clear, accurate, complete and legibly written or electronic notes by the aid of a laptop
- Always be punctual
- Effective communication
- Complete timesheets accurately each week
- Escalate any issues to the Non-Medical Coordinator at the earliest opportunity
- The ability to navigate around campus, including buildings
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Keep accurate records of time spent with student for payment processes as required.
- Contribute as appropriate to the evaluation of service provision
- Attend training as requested by the Non-Medical Coordinator
- To undertake other duties such as mobility and practical support as required by the Non-Medical Coordinator
- Treat all DMU staff, students, contractors and visitors with dignity and respect. Provide a service that complies with the Equality Act 2010, eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations with particular attention to the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation.
Skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Maths and English GCSE Grade C (Documentary evidence required)
- Experience in a student support role
- Note taking experience
- Excellent written skills including spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Excellent communication and time keeping skills
- Ability to work within professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality
- DBS check is required for this job role
Desirable Criteria
- Educated to degree level or equivalent (Documentary evidence required)
- Note taking experience at HE level
- The ability to navigate a university virtual learning environment (e.g Blackboard)
- Level 2 Manual Note taking qualification
- Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Electronic Note taking
- Excellent IT skills – 60wpm
Location
De Montfort University
Additional information
Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy. Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre.
Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and the team are contactable on 01162078351 or Unitemps@dmu.ac.uk if you have any queries relating to Unitemps. Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU Unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - HERE
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