Activate Learning
Amanuensis (Note Taker) - HE Counselling
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About The Role
We are recruiting a Amanuensis (Note Taker) to support our Higher Education Counselling students at Activate Learning. You will play an important role in enabling adult learners to engage fully with their studies by producing accurate, accessible notes from taught sessions.
You will attend scheduled counselling programme sessions and create clear, impartial written notes that capture key learning points, discussions, and activities. These notes will be shared securely with the student group to support learning, reflection, and preparation for practice.
This is a part-time role (9 hours per week) fixed term contract until July 2027, based at Guildford college.
What do you need to be successful as an Amanuensis at Activate Learning?
We are looking for someone who combines excellent listening and writing skills with a strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality. You will be calm, organised, and able to summarise complex discussions accurately and neutrally.
- A good standard of general education (minimum Level 3, e.g. A Levels or equivalent).
- Experience taking accurate notes or minutes in an academic or professional setting.
- Excellent listening skills and written English, with strong attention to detail.
- The ability to summarise complex discussions clearly, neutrally, and in an organised way.
- Confidence using digital tools for note-taking and secure document sharing.
- A solid understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and professional boundaries, particularly in counselling or educational contexts.
Ideally, You Will Also Have
- Familiarity with counselling or psychology terminology.
- Experience supporting students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
- Training or qualifications in notetaking, administration, or related fields.
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Who We Are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
- On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
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Application Information
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
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