Workshop/Laboratory Assistant

Are you looking for a role to fit around your studies or current commitments? Are you looking to earn why you learn? If yes, then Randstad Student Support may have the perfect role for you...
We are looking for people who are interested in a part time role that can be flexible around your timetable, current commitments and schedule. This role is a perfect opportunity for a student who would like to earn an income around their time at university or for someone who is looking for a flexible part-time role.
We need people who are able to start in February who can provide notetaking support and laboratory assistant support to students based at University of Worcester.
Benefits:- Flexible working hours- E-learning and CPD- 28 days holiday pay pro rata- £11 per hour - plus holiday pay- Working for the UK's leading provider- Be part of a creative learning environment- Valuable work experience- Earn whilst you learn
Responsibilities:Dependent on the role you undertake you will be providing support to students alongside their studies and your responsibilities may include:
- Producing accurate and legible handwritten notes for lectures, seminars/tutorials and group tasks- To maintain a professional role as a support worker and be aware of the need to maintain this professional relationship with the student at all times- To act in the best interests of learners at all times whilst also working within the policies and procedures of the institution- Providing practical support, this may be in the library, laboratory or workshop/studio etc. As well as mobility support to assist a student with a physical impairment in manoeuvring around the campus- Reading aloud- Scribing- Text checking (pointing out errors but not providing corrections)
Specifically for lab assistant support:- Attending Lab session and following health and safety procedures- To assist students with practical work in the labs i.e support with setting up experiments, putting the correct measurements in test tubes (this may occur if a student is visually impaired for example) etc…- Support with helping the student understand the instructions within the lab and carrying out the necessary instructions if the student is unable to do so.- To ensure students have the necessary equipment during lab work, i.e retrieving equipment, the student may be physically able to do this safely themselves as they may be in a wheelchair- It may also include taking notes of anything that was covered in the lab if the student is unable to write notes (i.e dexterity issues, visual or hearing impairments)
Requirements:- Punctuality and reliability- Good listening and communication skills- Ideal candidate will be compassionate and committed to helping others- Have neat handwriting- able to produce notes in a legible and presentable manner- You will need to be able to work quickly and under time restrictions
Specifically for lab support: - Experience working within a lab/Background in science (ideally you are or have studied a science based course at university)
If you feel this is the opportunity for you and have the desire to make a real difference, then apply online today.
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