Disability Access & Student Support Officer - Hybrid

University of Chester; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chester is seeking a full-time Disability Support Officer within the Disability and Inclusion team in Student Services. You will work directly with disabled students and applicants to ensure reasonable adjustments for living and studying independently.

A degree (or equivalent) and experience of working with disabled people, plus excellent communication and problem-solving skills, are essential. The role is Chester-based with flexible across-site work and some homeworking.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent level qualification) is essential.
• Experience of working with disabled people.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with disabled students and applicants to ensure reasonable adjustments.
• Support students to access live and study independently.
• Work flexibly across University sites with some homeworking.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

University of Chester is seeking a full-time Disability Support Officer within the Disability and Inclusion team in Student Services. You will work directly with disabled students and applicants to ensure reasonable adjustments for living and studying independently.

A degree (or equivalent) and experience of working with disabled people, plus excellent communication and problem-solving skills, are essential. The role is Chester-based with flexible across-site work and some homeworking.