SpLD Screening Adviser [Temporary Cover] (Part Time)

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Competitive pay

Job summary

University of Cambridge invites applications for a part-time SpLD Screening Adviser (0.5 FTE) to provide initial screening for students with SpLD traits. The post is a fixed-term cover until 12 July 2028 or until the post holder returns.

You will join the Accessibility & Disability Resource Centre (ADRC) team and collaborate with academic and support staff across departments, colleges and the Student Services Centre. A commitment to equality and Universal Design for Learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field with post-graduate SpLD assessment qualification.
• Recent experience screening or assessing students for SpLDs and knowledge of disability equality in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial SpLD screening service to students identifying with SpLD traits.
• Work with ADRC and university staff across departments and colleges.
• Meet deadlines in a busy support service environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Equality & inclusion

UDL awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Post-graduate qualification in SpLD assessment

Job description

# SpLD Screening Adviser [Temporary Cover] (Part Time)UUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 6 Oct 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term until 12 July 2028 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.The Accessibility & Disability Resource Centre (ADRC) invites applications for a part time (0.5 FTE) Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) Screening Adviser.The post holder will provide an initial screening service to students who identify with traits of SpLD. You will work as part of the ADRC team and also work closely with academic and support staff within university departments and within colleges, as well as with other professional services staff within the University's Student Services Centre. The post-holder will report to the Head of Centre You will be qualified at degree level (or with equivalent relevant experience). and hold a post-graduate qualification in assessing and diagnosing specific learning difficulties. You should have recent experience screening or assessing students for SpLDs and an up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge of legislation, regulatory guidance and debate in relation to disability equality in a tertiary education setting. An understanding of and commitment to the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) would be an advantage. You will need excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and expectations, demonstrating a commitment to equality of opportunity. The ability to work to deadlines in a busy support service environment is essential.Benefits of working at the University of Cambridge include:• Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost of living increases;• Generous annual leave allowance;• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities;• Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries);• An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;• Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores;• Schemes to support with relocation / the provision of accommodationInformation for disabled applicants is contained within the Further Particulars. Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please upload your CV and cover letter which clearly sets out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.If you are unable to apply online, please contact [e-mail] are welcome from both external and internal candidates, including internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.The closing date for application is: Monday 9th NovemberThe interview date is: Weds 18th NovemberWe welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact [e-mail] quote reference AW51247 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.