Academic Support Worker

University Visits, Some roles may be carried out remotely.

We are seeking Academic/Student Support Workers across the UK, with urgent openings in Edinburgh, Exeter, Worcester, Birmingham, London, Bath, and Sussex. The role involves various types of support, such as:

• Practical Support: Assisting students with physical impairments in campus navigation, mobility, and orientation, including tasks like helping with wheelchairs, carrying equipment, and social support to facilitate access to student life.
• Library Support: Searching catalogues, retrieving materials, and assisting with library resources and study areas.
• Reader/Proofreader/Text Checker: Reading texts aloud, recording, and proofreading student work for errors.
• Study Assistant: Providing support during periods of need, helping with queries and reducing anxiety.
• Examination Support: Assisting during exams by reading questions aloud or recording answers.
• Guiding students with visual impairments: Providing mobility assistance on campus.

• Assist students with health or mental health conditions.
• Use clear communication.
• Complete relevant training.
• Maintain punctuality.
• Represent Onyx Student Support professionally.

No mandatory qualifications required. Experience in care, support, or education is preferable but not mandatory. Training will be provided.

Roles available include Practical Support Assistant, Library Support Assistant, Reader, Scribe, Workshop/Laboratory Assistant, Proofreader/Text Checker, Study Assistant, Examination Support Worker, and Note Taker. For more details, visit > 'Students' > 'Types of Support'.

Onyx Support provides specialist Non-Medical Help (NMH) services to individuals with mental health conditions or disabilities across UK Higher Education Providers. We aim to help students overcome educational barriers and reach their potential through tailored support from our diverse team of professionals.