Transcriptions Officer

Description Contract Type: Full Time/ Permanent Working Hours: 37 Hours, 52 Weeks Salary: £22,049.04 - £25,289.54 p.a This is a fantastic opportunity to join All Formats, one of the UK's leading accessible format transcription companies, who were established over 25 years ago.
All Formats is a part of Queen Alexandra College.
QAC is a college that supports students with a wide range of Disabilities.
Any profits generated by All Formats go directly back into the college to help enhance our students learning journey.
We are seeking a Transcriptions Officer to provide a high standard of confidential work, to provide an efficient and timely service to external stakeholders and clients.
The post holder will be required to transcribe highly confidential information into large print and other accessible formats.
As an entry level position no prior experience is required as full training will be provided, however a high level of competence in Microsoft Office software such as Word is a must.
Good verbal and written communication skills and excellent time management and organisation skills are also required.
A customer-focused approach combined with excellent attention to detail and an ability to work accurately and calmly under strict deadlines is essential.
Candidates must be flexible to assist in meeting fluctuating deadlines across various areas of the business.
Please note that this role usually consists of an interview and in tray exercise.
Key Responsibilities All Formats/Transcription Daily, reconcile the delivery with client's instructions; prepare received data for scanning and the transcription process.
To provide required transcriptions for all live projects, ensuring these are produced within Service Level Agreements (SLA's).
Use a wide variety of specialist software to produce items in the preferred format.
Liaise with colleagues and manager to ensure the department is aware of the outstanding work against the SLA's.
Liaise with clients regarding live projects and within the team assist with providing daily and monthly reports.
Follow essential security protocols as necessary for the business.
Respond to incoming enquiries from potential clients via email and/or telephone, providing information and/ or quotes as required.
Monitor All Formats stock levels for transcriptions stationery and postal service, informing relevant individuals to ensure orders can be progressed.
To facilitate with postal duties, for the team.
Provide support for a range of QAC Enterprise activities, and represent the team at events, where this is deemed appropriate.
General   As part of QAC's process of continuous improvement; work with Team Leaders to implement projects/ initiatives to improve the All Formats enterprise and services.
Adhere to the College's Health and Safety Policy at all times, recognising responsibility for own safety and that of others.
Act at all times in accordance with the Staff Code of Conduct and QAC Values of Respect, Excellence, Enabling, Collaboration and Inclusion.
Comply with all College policies and procedures Maintain CPD and undertake appropriate training and development as required, including any mandatory and/or refresher training required for the role.
To undertake other duties as commensurate with the role and in agreement with the Team Leaders.
The above list is not exhaustive, but is indicative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken.
The responsibilities and duties may vary from time to time without changing the nature of the post.
The post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to enable the efficient and effective running of the business.
How to Apply We look forward to receiving your application and knowing more about your qualifications, skills, personal qualities and experience that you would bring to the role and to QAC.
Please take time to review the job description above.
You are required to upload a CV with details of your full employment history (since leaving school, including education, employment, and voluntary work) including reasons for any gaps in employment.
Your CV/Resume* will be re-produced in a standard format by the system (without personal identifiers) to assist us in our anonymised shortlisting process.
Under Section 7 of SVGA 2006 it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The College's Safeguarding Policies are available here As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, and in line with updated guidance published in September 2022, we will carry out an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
This search may enable us to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and publicly available for review online, which we may wish to explore with you in further detail during the interview process.
As part of your application, we have asked you to provide the account names, usernames and/or handles for any social media platform that you use, as well as the names of any websites that you own, post on, or contribute to.
A Google search will also be conducted.
These checks will only be conducted if you are shortlisted for interview.
Please see our safer recruitment and selection policy for further information.
QAC complies with Safeguarding guidelines and all appointees are required to have DBS Check and two reference.
Why work at Queen Alexandra Charity Birmingham Join our team at Queen Alexandra College!
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of students with special educational needs?
Do you thrive in an inclusive and supportive academic environment?
If so, we want YOU to join our team.
QAC has just gone through an exciting rebrand, dealt with a period of swift growth and academic improvement and this is your opportunity to become part of a vibrant College that is moving forward and making a real difference to the lives and futures of our students.
The newly structured Queen Alexandra Charity Birmingham offers you the chance to have a positive impact as you join a committed group of colleagues in ensuring that all students achieve their aims and aspirations.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to students with diverse learning needs and life experiences.
Our specialist setting fosters an inclusive community where every student is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
QAC offers a vibrant, varied and enriching educational experience for both residential and day students.
Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students.
Class sizes are designed to meet specific needs and support levels are high.
Joining our supportive team, you will have the opportunity to:   ·      Work closely with students with SEN to achieve their goals ·      Make a difference to the educational experience of young people ·      Be a voice for students and staff in specialist education ·      Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting academic growth, self-development and self-confidence ·      Develop your own skills, aspirations and progress your career.
Our benefits include; Access to on site car parking Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours) Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice) 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF)  Access to Education Support Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff Mental Health First Aiders BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services Annual Flu vaccination/voucher Access to other benefit/discount schemes (which may be subject to charge) e.g.
Blue Light Card, TOTUM (NUS), Charity Worker Discounts, Discounts for Teachers Dell Advantage programme - a free programme that offers savings to students, parents and all staff at QAC - up to 20% off 5% discount on National Express West Midlands bus passes at nxbusportal3.co.uk/education Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling) Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities Dining Room facilities with hot/cold food (free meal provided for those supporting students at mealtimes) Additional discretionary concessionary/closure days as part of leave entitlement (including closure over Christmas/New Year period) Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding) Flexible working arrangements including Flexible Working Policy Agreements, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) in prior agreement with line manager.
Queen Alexandra Charity (QAC) provides education, residential support, community services and enterprises in support of young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities.
Education is provided through a national residential College  that supports a diverse range of student/client abilities and needs.
Our College provides education, training, routes to independent living and employment through an innovative, holistic approach to learning and support.
It  offers a vibrant, varied and fun educational experience for both residential and day students.
Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students.
Class sizes are small and support levels high.
We have educational and learning sites based in Birmingham, one of Europe's most welcoming and vibrant cities, with a rich and diverse culture.
Our main site is based in Harborne, a pleasant leafy Birmingham suburb, on a friendly and green 8-acre campus with excellent facilities and resources.
In addition we also have Pinewood Campus which is located on a business park and is designated to employment progression.
Clients within our Residential Services programme still require support and the aim is to deliver a service that provides them with the means to live independently/semi independently into the future.
Many clients are either in education, voluntary work or paid employment not linked to QAC directly.
Our Community Services based at our Umberslade Campus in Stirchley include a supporter worker service, women's group, men's group,  LGBTQ plus group, Saturday Socials, The Night Owl Experience (disability friendly night club visit in Birmingham City Centre).
All students, clients and staff are supported within safe and well-resourced environments.
QAC makes a positive difference to the lives and learning of people with disabilities and learning difficulties.
We have high expectations of staff, students and clients whilst being responsive, innovative and collaborative.
Our Charity values drive how we work with students, clients, stakeholders and as a team.
We continue to attract and retain staff of the highest calibre, who are proud of QAC's achievements and who wish to be an integral part of ongoing and future successes.
As Leaders in Diversity which drives the culture at QAC and we warmly welcome applications from individuals who share our values, from all backgrounds, to add to our committed and diverse team.