Disability & Inclusion Advisor
Application Deadline: 20/09/2026
Job Details
Location: High Wycombe
Salary: £33,951 - £37,694
Sector: Higher Education
Job Description
The successful candidate will provide a point of contact, information, and support for a range of disabled students, including those with mental health difficulties, autism, sensory and mobility impairments/loss and long-term medical conditions.
The post holder will assess, make, and communicate recommendations for reasonable adjustments to appropriate areas of the University to ensure students are supported throughout their studies. They will also help students apply for funding via Disabled Students’ Allowances, make referrals to other teams within the University and keep accurate records of their interventions.
The successful candidate should have knowledge and understanding of the nature and challenges involved in life at university and the ways in which disability can impact on study. They should also be agile and effective communicators, understand disability legislation and the duties of the University and be able to analyse and problem solve complex situations under pressure. The successful candidate will also have well developed negotiating and influencing skills and be able to work with highly sensitive information appropriately and be able to work with minimal supervision, prioritising and planning a busy workload.