September Start - Surrey, United Kingdom - Cosmic People Ltd

Cosmic People Ltd

Verified Company

Surrey, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

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Please note this role is due to start on 27th June to cover any summer work with a view to be with us ready for the new term in September 2023.

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Perfect role for students and an individual seeking part time/ term time work_

The role requires flexibility and is not a fixed 9-5 position.

This role is ideal if you are currently studying, due to start at university this year or you are looking for part time & term time work.

The support is based on campus.
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Do you pride yourself in your high academic standards, have a typing speed of 50 words a minute or more, are a laptop owner, enjoy learning and the university environment and have a desire to help others succeed and achieve their full potential?_

About us:
Cosmic People are a DSA registered provider of NMH support to students with disabilities in Higher Education.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a specialist note taker supporting students who are visually and/or hearing impaired by taking notes electronically during lectures.

As a graduate, you will have a good understanding of the university environment and be able to capture the important points of the lecture.

Cosmic People are family run company with nearly 10 years' experience, who pride ourselves in providing excellent NMH (Non-Medical Helper) support to students with disabilities in Higher Education.

About the role:

This role will suit someone looking for part time work during term time and we require a minimum of two to three full day's availability per week.

There may be other roles available such as sighted guide, practical support assistance, exam support worker, library assistant and more.

**Requirements for the role:
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Laptop owner
Live in close proximity to a university
Knowledge of I.T. and remote working platforms e.g., Zoom, Skype, Teams

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Fast and accurate typist with a speed of at least 50wpm_

Have excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
A good knowledge of the English language to include spelling and grammar
Be able to work flexibly to support student's needs

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Be reliable, punctual and resilient_

Be able to recognise and capture the main points of a lecture and type simultaneously whilst listening to the speaker
Maintain professional boundaries and respect confidentiality and data protection requirements
Be hardworking, capable and confident and able to work on your own initiative
Have excellent interpersonal skills; empathy, diplomacy and sensitivity