Access and Inclusion Advisor

onlyFE; Bradford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Free gym facilities

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking an Access and Inclusion Advisor for 11 months (TTO) to support students with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or medical conditions across the college. You will manage a caseload, advise on strategies for curriculum staff, and promote equity, diversity and inclusion within the classroom and college environment.

The role requires GCSEs in Maths and English, a degree or professional equivalent in disability, and experience in learning support for post-16

Qualifications

• GCSE 4–9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test and achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4–9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test and achieve within an agreed timescale
• Educated to degree standard and/or currently holding a relevant professional equivalent qualification in a Disability-related field

Responsibilities

• Assesses need, provides recommendations on reasonable adjustments to college staff and monitors and reviews the effectiveness of support strategies
• Offers individual support for students with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or medical conditions, including HE students where appropriate
• Supports the preparing for adulthood agenda by promoting an aspirational culture in terms of life after college
• Ensures that the needs and outcomes of EHC Plans are met and consults with students on proposed new outcomes
• Ensures the quality and quantity of support provided aligns with recommendations
• Offers self-help strategies and refers to appropriate agencies and liaises with College staff
• Provides training to teaching and support staff working with students with additional needs
• Ensures effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders

Education

GCSE 4–9 Maths

GCSE 4–9 English

Degree or professional equivalent in Disability field

Job description

Access and Inclusion Advisor (TTO - Fixed Term, 11 months)

Salary

£34,105 - £36,091 (Pro rated to £31,027 - £32,833 including holiday uplift)

Deadline For Application

23 Aug 2026 23:59

We are seeking a passionate Access & Inclusion Advisor who will provide outstanding support to students with a range of disabilities, learning difficulties and/or medical conditions across the college, ensuring students are given the opportunities to succeed.

Our Access & Inclusion Advisors are responsible for a caseload of students and for advising on a range of strategies to support curriculum colleagues to effectively support students within the classroom environment. Depending on the location within the structure this could be supporting Adults, Apprentices, or Higher Education students as well as those with EHC Plans or SEND on Study Programmes.

Please note that this is a Fixed Term role for 11 months and is Term Time Only working 39 weeks per year, 37 hours per week.

Responsibilities Include

• Assesses need, provides recommendations on reasonable adjustments to college staff and monitors and reviews the effectiveness of support strategies put in place.
• Offers individual support for students presenting with a diagnosis of a disability, learning difficulty and/or medical condition, including to HE students where appropriate in line with DSA-QAG guidance.
• Supports the preparing for adulthood agenda by promoting an aspirational culture in terms of life after college, including further learning, vocational training, employment or independent living, in line with desired EHC Plan outcomes;
• Ensures that the needs and outcomes sought on Education Health and Care (EHC) Plans are met and consults with individual students on proposed new outcomes.
• Ensures the quality and quantity of support provided is in line with the recommendations made.
• Offers self-help strategies and information, referring to appropriate agencies and liaising with College staff as necessary.
• Provides training to teaching and support staff working with students with a range of additional needs.
• Ensures effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• Educated to degree standard and/or currently holding a relevant professional equivalent qualification in a Disability-related field

Experience

• Considerable experience in providing learning support to students with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or medical conditions in post-16 education.
• Experience in interpreting Education Health and Care plans and other evidence to inform support plans.
• Experience in promoting positive images of disability.
• Experience in supporting students with complex needs.
• Experience in delivering training.
• Able to set and adhere to appropriate professional boundaries.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies, we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can‑do attitude and desire for continuous self‑improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits Of Working At Bradford College

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on‑site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student‑led Signature Spa
• On‑site dining facilities, including our award‑winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.