Disability Advisor

Job description

About the role

To advise and support disabled students at Imperial, referring to and liaising with internal and external agencies as required. To prepare and issue Suggested Reasonable Adjustments Documents. To conduct screenings for autism. To advise departments (academic and non-academic) on appropriate adjustments.

What you would be doing

You will join an established team of disability advisors in providing confidential and impartial advice to Imperial students.

What we are looking for

We are looking for candidates with substantial experience and a proven track record of giving advice and facilitating support for disabled people - preferably within a Higher Education setting.

You must be educated to degree level, with evidence of relevant continuing professional development in the field of disability. You must possess excellent IT skills, a proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and experience of maintaining accurate, confidential client case notes, as well as an understanding of the Equality Act and Data Protection legislation.

What we can offer you

• • The chance to join a busy and dynamic team of advisors in the Disability Advisory Service
  • The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
  • Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
  • Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
  • Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

Candidates must apply online via the College Careers website and complete an online application.

Please note this Job is a Maternity Cover.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Roddy Slorach - [email protected]

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the appropriate level, will be required for the successful candidate.

Further information about the DBS disclosure process can be found at http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs/ or by telephoning 03000 200 190. You may also wish to view the College's DBS webpage for policy statements on the Recruitment and Employment of Ex-Offenders and the Secure Storage, Use, Retention & Disposal of Disclosures and Disclosure Information.