An exciting opportunity has arisen for an interim Disability & Inclusion Advisor to join a forward thinking Education organisation, with an established Student Support provision. The post is suited to an ED&I specialist who is passionate about inclusivity, accessibility and equity for all.
Job responsibilities include:
- Creation of support packages, and provision of advice and guidance to disabled students through 1-1 appointments to assess needs and create a holistic package of support
- Advising students on obtaining appropriate medical evidence, and understanding the level of support available
- Identify required reasonable adjustments, and creating Learning Support Plans for academic colleagues, support students with applications for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA) and other relevant funding, and complete Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)
- Hold and manage a caseload of disabled students, offering support, advice, and monitoring the progress of student disability support regularly
- Develop and train staff on the Inclusive Curriculum
- Hold and manage weekly well-being drop in sessions for students, assessing support needs in relation to disability and/or mental health, agreeing and following up on next steps to ensure appropriate well-being support is provided efficiently
- Play an active role in the development of the student disability provision including effective service processes, policies and projects
The successful candidate profile:
- Evidenced experience working as a Disabilities or Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor
- An adaptable and flexible approach
- It would be beneficial to have experience working within the Education Sector
Hourly Rate: £18-£23
Contract type: Full-Time, Interim, On-Site
Location: Manchester
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.