13526- Disability Advisor

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time Disability Advisor to support disabled students in their academic pursuits. The role requires a degree and extensive experience in a relevant field. You will assess individual support needs, authorize adjustments, and collaborate with academic staff to foster an inclusive educational environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of disability legislation and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree with professional training in disability support.
• Experience in supporting disabled students within higher education.
• Understanding of inclusive practices and assistive technology.

Responsibilities

• Assess support requirements for disabled students.
• Authorize reasonable adjustments for learning environments.
• Collaborate with academic staff and external agencies.

Skills

Experience supporting disabled students

Understanding of inclusive learning practices

Knowledge of current legislation

Education

Degree and recent professional training

Job description

Grade UE07: £41,064- £48,822 per annum, pro rata
USG, Disability & Learning Support Service
Part Time: 28 hours per week
Open Ended: Permanent Contract

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Disability Advisor to join our Team. You will be an enthusiastic, motivated and empathetic individual with relevant experience to be able to advise, assess and support disabled students at the University of Edinburgh.

A fantastic opportunity to support disabled students to participate fully and succeed in their chosen courses of study. You will independently assess students’ support requirements to authorise reasonable adjustments to learning & teaching environments and examinations for individual students, working closely with University academic and support staff and external agencies as required.

The position is open to candidates who are looking for part-time employment, 0.8 FTE (Full Time Equivalent) which is the equivalent to 4 days or 28 hours per week.

Your skills and attributes for success

• A degree, plus recent relevant professional training
• Extensive experience supporting disabled students in Higher Education or another relevant professional context
• A demonstrable understanding of the principles of inclusive learning and teaching practices and assistive technology in enhancing the student experience for disabled students.
• An understanding of the pressures of the academic environment for students with disabilities and/or additional support needs
• Working knowledge of the current relevant legislation regarding students with disabilities.