Disability Advisor

Westernsydneyuniversity; Canterbury-Bankstown; Hybrid; AUD 121,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Super and Leave Loading

Job summary

Western Sydney University is seeking a Disability Services Adviser at Bankstown campus for a 12-month, full-time contract at HEW 8 level. You will provide specialist advice and advocacy to students with disability, chronic health and mental health conditions to enhance access, participation and success.

The role involves developing and monitoring academic reasonable adjustment plans, collaborating with staff and partners, and using data to drive improvements in accessibility and inclusion across

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Allied Health, Education, Social Work or related field.
• Extensive experience supporting and advising clients with disability.
• Knowledge of disability discrimination, education standards, anti-discrimination and privacy legislation.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation and communication skills; experience presenting to varied audiences.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and build collaborative relationships; familiarity with Microsoft 365 and CRM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, proactive and responsive support to students with disability.
• Develop and review academic reasonable adjustment plans with students and staff.
• Provide specialist advice, advocacy and guidance on accessible facilities, services and learning environments.
• Use service data and feedback to identify gaps and implement targeted improvements.
• Build referral pathways and maintain accurate records; co-develop inclusive programs.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Communication

CRM platforms

Microsoft 365

Education

Allied Health

Education

Social Work

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Full-time, 12 month contract at HEW 8 level

Bankstown campus with flexible working arrangements

Salary: $120,754 - $134,051 plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Provide specialist advice and inclusive support that improves access, participation and success for students with disability.

The Opportunity

You will deliver tailored, proactive and responsive support to students with disability, chronic health conditions and/or mental health conditions helping to improve their access, participation, retention and success at the University.

You will collaborate with students and staff to develop, monitor and refine academic reasonable adjustment plans. You will provide specialist advice, advocacy and guidance on accessible facilities, services and learning environments while supporting students with sensitive or complex educational matters.

You will use service data, performance measures and student feedback to identify gaps and recommend targeted improvements. You will also build effective referral pathways, maintain accurate records and co-develop educational programs that strengthen accessibility and inclusion across the University community.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver responsive, high-quality advice, advocacy and support to students with disability.
• Develop and review effective academic reasonable adjustment plans with students and staff.
• Use service data and student feedback to identify gaps and implement targeted improvements.
• Strengthen collaborative relationships and referral pathways with internal and external partners.
• Deliver educational initiatives that promote accessibility and inclusive practice across the University.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A tertiary qualification in Allied Health, Education, Social Work or a related field.
• Extensive experience supporting and advising a diverse range of clients with disability.
• Knowledge of relevant disability discrimination, education standards, anti-discrimination and privacy legislation.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation and communication skills, including experience presenting to varied audiences.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, build collaborative relationships and use Microsoft 365 and CRM platforms.

Benefits

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

Position Enquiries: Direct to Terri Mears, Manager, Disability Service via [e-mail] . Please include the job reference code

REF1854T

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 27th September 2026

Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy . We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [e-mail] .

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn .