Disability Support Advisor – Higher Education (Hybrid)

Bath; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Cycle to work

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Team Bath gym discount

Postgraduate tuition discounts

Local discounts at Holburne Museum

Employee assistance via Health Assured

Job summary

University of Bath is seeking a Disability Advisor to join the Disability Service and help remove barriers to learning for disabled students. You will work with students, departments and external partners to provide tailored guidance and timely support.

The role emphasizes assessment of needs, development of practical adjustments and collaboration across university services to promote inclusion and a positive student experience.

Qualifications

• Experience providing advice and support to disabled individuals, ideally in higher education or a similar setting.
• Ability to assess needs, develop practical support recommendations and manage a varied caseload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise in a busy environment.
• Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion principles, confidentiality and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice and support throughout the student journey.
• Assess support needs and recommend reasonable adjustments for learning and assessments.
• Collaborate with departments, services and external partners to coordinate timely support.
• Contribute to inclusion initiatives and disability awareness activities.

Skills

Disability support

Casework

Relationship management

Communication

Education

Experience in higher education

Tools

Office 365

Databases

Case management systems

Job description

University of Bath is seeking a Disability Advisor to join the Disability Service and help remove barriers to learning for disabled students. You will work with students, departments and external partners to provide tailored guidance and timely support.

The role emphasizes assessment of needs, development of practical adjustments and collaboration across university services to promote inclusion and a positive student experience.