Functions include:

• Providing practical support around the campus

• Providing practical support in the library, laboratory or workshop/studio etc.

• Reading aloud

• Scribing

• Text checking (pointing out errors but not providing corrections)

• Supporting students to develop their independence and autonomy in HE, for example by providing support with issues such as timekeeping; organisational skills, etc and can be supplemented by practical support e.g. library support, workshop support, notetaking, etc.

• Supporting a disabled student during examinations.