Student Disability Adviser

DN Colleges Group; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein engagiertes Team sucht einen Student Disability Adviser, der sich leidenschaftlich für die Unterstützung von Studierenden mit Behinderungen einsetzt. In dieser Rolle helfen Sie den Studierenden, die notwendige Unterstützung zu erhalten, um erfolgreich zu sein. Sie werden als Hauptansprechpartner fungieren, Unterstützung bei Anträgen leisten und individuelle Unterstützungspläne entwickeln. Wenn Sie eine positive Veränderung im Leben von Studierenden bewirken möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Unterstützung von Studierenden mit Lernschwierigkeiten.
• Kenntnisse über die Auswirkungen von Behinderungen im Lernumfeld.

Responsibilities

• Hauptansprechpartner für Studierende mit Behinderungen.
• Unterstützung bei Anträgen für das Disabled Students Allowance.

Skills

Schriftliche Kommunikation

Mündliche Kommunikation

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Einfühlungsvermögen

Education

Level 4 Qualifikation

Job description

DN Colleges Group is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Student Disability Adviser to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential advice and support to higher education students with disabilities, helping them access the support they need to succeed.

We have a Scunthorpe-based vacancy and a Doncaster-based vacancy. Please confirm in your application which location you're applying for.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact for HE students who declare a disability.
• Assist students in applying for Disabled Students Allowance and arranging needs assessments.
• Develop and share support plans and reasonable adjustments with relevant staff.
• Signpost students to internal support services and provide advice on relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate data on DSA and participate in regular monitoring and planning meetings.
• Complete all relevant administration and proactively engage in professional development.

Essential Criteria

• Good written and oral communication skills at GCSE level.
• Relevant Level 4 qualification.
• Experience working with students with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities.
• Knowledge of the impact of disability in the learning environment and relevant legislation.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organisational skills and a professional attitude to supporting students.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities, apply now to join our supportive and inclusive team! For further information, contact us.

Closing date: 24th March

Interview date: Tuesday 8th April

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

If this is the role you are looking for, read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.

At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine high-quality teaching and learning with local, regional, and global outreach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally.