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Disability Inclusion Adviser

Job at University of Hull in Hull, Kingston upon Hull, HU6

The University of Hull is committed to driving successful outcomes for all students alongside delivering a great student experience within an inclusive environment that upholds the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual, regardless of their background or ability, should have equal opportunities to excel in higher education. Our commitment to social justice drives us to create an educational experience that unlocks the full potential of our students.  

It is an exciting time to be at the University of Hull as we build our One Team culture, drive service improvement and support our students and staff to achieve their personal goals and aspirations. The University of Hull has adopted a new professional service delivery model following extensive consultation with stakeholders from across the University and an exciting opportunity is now available within Academic Services for a Disability Inclusion Adviser to deliver support to students who require intervention or support to make the most of every learning opportunity.  

Working as part of our Disability Inclusion team, the primary focus of this role will be the provision of specialist advice and guidance and case-management for students who are experiencing challenges which have the potential to impact on their success or wellbeing. We are seeking a highly motivated, creative and compassionate individual with significant demonstrable experience of advising and advocating for adults or young adults in an educational setting. 

The post holder will be part of our first-response duty team. They will also maintain a case-load of students as well as providing single session or short-term interventions to address a range of presenting needs, which may include medical conditions, disability, pregnancy, estrangement, financial hardship and neurodivergent conditions. The post holder will have the ability to work effectively in an advisory role with a diverse range of students, in particular those who have significant, co-occurring and/or complex needs and those from underrepresented groups.

A sound understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and the factors which impact student success and wellbeing alongside the ability to signpost towards and deliver interventions for a range of wellbeing needs to a diverse range of students is critical. The post holder must be able to assess needs and plan, organise, implement and evaluate interventions with clear goals and outcomes which meet the holistic needs of the student.

We are seeking individuals with a professional qualification or evidence of relevant training and experience in the field of disability, specific learning differences and/or neurodivergence. Excellent communication skills, a high level of motivation and adaptability, a compassionate and proactive approach and a willingness to work collaboratively with a range of partners is essential to this post.

We are looking for someone who is as passionate as we are about supporting our students’ success and we welcome applications from individuals with experience of advising students within a higher education or further education setting. 

This position provides an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, forward-thinking team and contribute to the wellbeing and success of our students.

Shortlisting criteria:

Can demonstrate a sound understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and inclusive teaching/learning approaches in a further or higher educational setting.Has experience of providing advice, guidance, and advocacy for disabled students in an educational context.Has qualifications and/or training/experience in a relevant field, for example; disability rights advocate, educationalist.Can confidently use a range of digital systems to support communication, collaboration and service delivery.Has experience of assessment, planning, delivery, implementation and evaluation of statutory support and interventions.

Closing Date: 13 Jul 2025

Subject Group/Team: Professional, Management and Snr Admin

Salary: £32,546 to £38,249 Up to 21% pension 31 days holiday + bank holidays & flexible/hybrid

ID 1195262 Sectors:
in Hull, Kingston upon Hull, England, HU6

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