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Discapability Adviser:Job description:Job location: Guildford The Discapability and Neurodiversity team is looking to recruit a full-time, permanent Discapability Adviser. Working closely with the Senior Discapability Adviser and other team members in Discapability and Neurodiversity, the post holder will primarily be responsible for the advice, guidance, and support, on an individual or group basis, of disabled students and candidates. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service for students with a wide variety of diagnoses to support disabled students around all aspects of university life, helping to develop inclusive practices across the University. The post holder will also work within the team to contribute to projects to develop the service or activities to meet the needs of students. About you Knowledge of the needs of disabled students in a higher education setting, broad practical working knowledge of DSAs and related processes, an excellent knowledge of key legislative requirements, and practice of designing, delivering, and evaluating training and workshops are all essential criteria for the prosperous candidate. The prosperous candidate will have a good knowledge of developments within the HE sector, and demonstrate resilience in a time of change. Under the guidance of the Senior Discapability Adviser, the prosperous candidate will promote good practices across the institution and will be able to work flexibly, sometimes outside of core hours and across the year, both on-campus and remotely. skills in mental health or qualifications meeting DfE requirements for conducting specialist tutoring or mentoring is desirable. Please note that a DBS check will be undertaken as part of our pre-employment checks for the prosperous candidate. What we can offer In addition to income, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. The University embraces hybrid and flexible working. more information To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining why you are appropriate for the position. For informal enquiries relating to the function Contact Us by Chris Steer, Senior Discapability Adviser (Christopher.steer@surrey.ac.uk). Interviews will be held in person on Friday 7th June 2024. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Skills:
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