Learning Support Advisor; Disability

Learning Support Advisor (Disability) 2 Posts - 4

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The University’s Student Life provision brings together a range of support services including counselling, mental health and wellbeing, learning support (disability), and student finance. This role sits within a well-established Learning Support Service.

The Learning Support Team is one of the first and ongoing points of contact for both current and prospective students with a broad range of disabilities, learning differences and long-term health conditions, some of which may be complex in nature.

Two positions are available: a 25-hour part-time role, and a 35-hour full-time role.  . We are seeking candidates who are educated to degree level or equivalent, and who ideally hold a relevant qualification and/or training, with significant experience of providing information, advice, and guidance to students within an education setting, preferably Higher Education.

Candidates should have experience and a background in assessing the needs of disabled students. They should be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of identifying reasonable adjustments, non-medical help, and of developing individualised Learning Support Plans and Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs). Recent knowledge and experience of supporting students to apply for and access funding through the Government’s Disabled Students’ Allowances scheme is also desirable.

Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines within a busy working environment. Candidates should also demonstrate a proactive, solution-focussed approach to their work, with excellent attention to detail in relation to record-keeping and administration.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a positive difference to the student experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to utilise and develop their professional knowledge and expertise to help contribute towards an inclusive learning environment.

This is an entirely office-based role at our Hope Park Campus, although attendance at other university campus locations may be required. Very occasional weekend and evening working may also be necessary during University Open Day events, etc.

These posts are permanent subject to a 12-month probationary period.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 20 th October 2026.

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Salary: £33,002 - £37,694 (Grade
6) (pro rata to hours worked for the part-time post) per annum

Closing Date: Tuesday 6 th October 2026 at midnight