Disability Advisor
Accessing appropriate support at university will shape a student's experience and it is important that support is available for those who need it. We are pleased to be supporting a prestigious London University in their search for a temporary, full time (35 hours per week) Disability Advisor. The role is running until the 10 th of January 2025 and offers a hybrid working model, with 3 days per week based on-site and the remainder remote. Key Responsibilities for this role include: Managing a large caseload, providing coordinated practical support and advice, assisting students with complex needs and co-occurring conditions, identifying appropriate and individualised support packages, including reasonable adjustments.Supporting with the day-to-day administration ensuring student support needs are met, including administrating the dyslexia screening to diagnoses process and processing Disabled Students' Allowance applications.Working with students daily to support them, and signposting/referring them to external services, where appropriate, to ensure access to relevant support.Maintaining accurate and up-to-date student records.Facilitating the provision of appropriate adaptations and support, including the coordination of non-medical support.Ensure student enquiries are responded to in a timely manner.Supporting the development and maintenance of efficient systems and procedures for students applying for specialist disability related funding.Identifying and reporting Safeguarding concerns to the Safeguarding Team in a timely manner.Reporting concerns of risk to self, where appropriate, to the Mental Health Advisory or Counselling Services.Actively participating in and contributing to the development and delivery of workshops, activities, resources and the Wellness Review. To be considered for this position, you should possess: Previous experience in a similar role in higher education or professional disability advice environment.Experience handling, prioritising and problem solving a range of enquiries.Strong relationship-building skills, and confidence liaising and engaging with a variety of stakeholders, in a fast-paced environment.An empathetic understanding of the challenges faced by people with disabilities.A commitment to EDI practices.Demonstratable ability to manage and maintain professional boundaries.Ability to advocate for those with disabilities.Knowledge of safeguarding principles.Knowledge of GDPR and procedures related to data protection.Excellent organisational and IT skills, including usage of Microsoft Office packages. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and submit your CV in Word format. As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
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