Disability Adviser

THE ROLE

The primary purpose of this role is to provide advice and support to disabled students. Key responsibilities include assessing support needs, conducting disability review interviews, and managing support arrangements at the Birmingham campuses. The post holder will assist with Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) applications where appropriate and serve as a contact point for all students, including those not eligible for DSA. The role involves liaising with external agencies and internal staff to ensure students' needs are met and contributing to the University’s disability support procedures.

The post holder will have an in-depth understanding of learning support in a higher education context, and in undertaking their responsibilities will be expected to lead by example and to promote Equality and Diversity and the Dignity at Work ethos.

The role may involve working at other campuses and might require duties outside of normal working hours.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role. 

DBS

This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be an Enhanced with adult Barring Service.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
• For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
• This role may be eligible for sponsorship subject to Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job (grade 5 and above)
• This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 30th May 2025 11:59pm

Interview date: TBC

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