Disability Adviser x 3

This is an exciting opportunity for 3 experienced (1 x part-time and 2 x full-time) disability practitioners to join our innovative Disability Service and play a key role at University of the Arts London.

As a Disability Adviser, you will deliver advice and support to prospective and current students on disability access and support issues, funding, and other sources of support.

You will work closely with the Disability Service managers and colleagues in developing good systems and procedures, and in realising the disability strategic plan.

You will also work closely with academic colleagues and other university staff, communicating effectively about students’ access requirements and support needs.

There are 3 vacancies within the team:

• One is a part‑time, permanent role, working 24.5 hours per week. We can offer some flexibility with how these hours are worked across the week.
• Two posts are full‑time roles, working 35 hours per week, of which one is a 13-month fixed-term contract.

Please indicate in your application form which role(s) you are interested in being considered for. 

About you
We are seeking a candidate who has experience of professional advice work. With a thorough understanding of the social model of disability and the Equality Act (2010), you will know how this applies to Further and Higher Education contexts.

You will understand disability funding arrangements in Further and Higher Education and have expertise in developing and encouraging inclusive practices.

You will possess a first degree, or the Certificate in applied Advice Work, NVQ Level III Advice and guidance, or equivalent qualification.

You will have excellent communication skills and successful experience of working in a team, collaborating and problem-solving.

For further information about the Disability Service please visit the following weblink - http://www.arts.ac.uk/study-at-ual/student-services/disability--dyslexia/.

We are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all students, staff and visitors. As this role requires you to work with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults, a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check is required.

If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please contact AGstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk.

To apply please click the 'Apply' button.

Closing date: 19 April 2026 at 23:55.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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