Assistive Technologist

Oldham College; Oldham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham College is looking for an Assistive Technologist to enhance student learning through assistive technologies. The role focuses on delivering support, promoting inclusive practices, and collaborating with staff to improve accessibility, ensuring a supportive environment for all learners.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to Staff Benefits platform

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provisions

Staff Development days

Free counselling service

Staff recognition awards

Car Scheme

Subsidised parking

On-site Day Nursery

On-site hair and beauty salon

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting with learners having diverse needs.
• Proactive approach to implementing new assistive tools.
• Ability to collaborate with staff on accessibility strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver AT support across the college.
• Promote inclusive digital practices.
• Collaborate with staff to embed accessibility.

Skills

Experience with learners with additional needs

Knowledge of assistive technologies

Understanding of inclusive education principles

Ability to maintain relationships with colleagues

Job description

Oldham College is looking for an Assistive Technologist

Salary: £26,269 - £28,053

The Role

The Assistive Technologist at Oldham College plays a vital role in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and empowered. The role involves delivering assistive technology (AT) support across the college, promoting inclusive digital practices, providing personalized learner support, and collaborating with staff to embed accessibility and adaptive strategies into teaching and learning.

Requirements

• Experience working with learners with various additional needs (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, autism, visual impairments) in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and an interest in emerging technologies, with a proactive approach to trialling and implementing new tools to support learners.
• An understanding of inclusive education principles and how assistive technology can remove barriers to learning and promote independence.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and external agencies.

Joining Our Journey

When you join our college, you will benefit from an annually reviewed salary, along with numerous benefits and facilities:

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Access to our Staff Benefits and Rewards platform
• Very generous holiday entitlement
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provisions
• Staff Development days/week (January, July, August)
• Free confidential counselling service
• Staff recognition awards
• Car Scheme
• Subsidised parking
• On-site Day Nursery
• On-site hair and beauty salon

About Oldham College

Our ambition is to be the best place to learn and work. We seek ambitious, open-minded candidates ready to give their best. In return, we offer training, pensions, our benefits package, and a supportive team environment.

Note: Your personal data may be used for pre-employment screening checks, including employment history and education verification, as permitted by law. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and a check of the DfE Barred List. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974, and applicants barred from regulated activities relevant to children and vulnerable adults are prohibited from applying.