Part Time Disability Advisor

Bath Spa University; Matlock Bath CP; On-site; GBP 13,580 - 15,077; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced paid leave

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Transport schemes

Discounts and financial benefits

Job summary

An educational institution in Bath is seeking a part-time Disability Advisor to provide support for students with disabilities. Key responsibilities include managing a caseload, providing assessments, and assisting with applications for Disabled Students’ Allowance. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience and at least two years in a similar role. Salary starts from £13,580 annually, and the role offers generous staff benefits including a pension scheme and family-friendly policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in supporting disabled individuals in an educational context.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification or NADP accreditation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex needs and manage a caseload of disabled students.
• Provide both virtual and in-person advice and assessments.
• Assist with applications for Disabled Students’ Allowance.

Skills

Knowledge of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles

Experience working with disabled individuals

Proficiency in using institutional IT systems

Understanding of the student experience in higher education

Knowledge of assistive technology

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Disability Service is looking for a new Disability Advisor to join their team. This is a part-time 0.4 role.

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park & Locksbrook

Department: Student Wellbeing Services

Application Deadline: 17 September 2025

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex needs and manage a caseload of disabled students.
• Provide both virtual and in-person advice, assess individual needs, and implement reasonable adjustments.
• Assist with Disabled Students’ Allowance applications and collaborate with university staff and external agencies to ensure effective support for students’ studies.

About You / Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years’ experience of working with disabled individuals in education or other public/voluntary sector organisation
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles and legislative requirements, as well as confidentiality and data protection
• Proficiency in using institutional IT systems to manage student records and case management
• Relevant postgraduate qualification or professional experience including NADP accreditation
• A working knowledge of Disabled Students’ Allowance
• Understanding of the student experience and the HE context, including inclusion principles and widening participation as they affect disabled students; issues relating to course delivery
• Knowledge and experience of assistive technology and its use to benefit disabled students

Salary and Additional Information

Salary Grade 6 - Starting from £13,580 rising to £15,077 per annum, pro rata £33,951 - £37,694

Extra information: The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase. The default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Other Conditions

• The post-holder will engage in relevant training and actively participate in expanding knowledge of Student Experience within Bath Spa University. Occasional out-of-hours working, including evenings and specific weekends during academic events, may be required.
• Special Conditions: This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• Annual leave opportunities during term time, particularly in September and October, will be limited to ensure continuity of service provision.
• This is a part-time 0.4 FTE role. Interview Date - 1st October 2025.
• Due to the nature of this post, applications from those without Right to Work/Live in the UK may be rejected.

Staff Benefits

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme).
• Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role.
• Family-friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and enhanced maternity scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support and counselling.
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work.
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits.

For further details about all staff benefits, see the rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Please submit your application as early as possible.