Department: Student & Academic Services - Disability & Dyslexia Service
Salary: £37,411 - £44,015 per annum (Grade 5)
Location: Mile End
Closing date: 15-Sep-2019

Overview:

Queen Mary is a global leading university enhancing the regional, national and international agenda. We have a unique student, research and public engagement profile compared to any other university, pushing the boundaries of research and innovation and providing opportunities to individuals with talent and potential, irrespective of their background. We are a Russell Group university, operating across five campuses in London and at sites across Europe and Asia, and have close to 4,500 members of staff, and more than 25,000 students. Our annual income is £428m, of which £144m is research income.

The university’s Disability and Dyslexia Service is situated within Student and Academic Services and offers support for all students with disabilities, specific learning differences and mental health difficulties at Queen Mary University of London. The service provides students with advice, guidance and support on how to access funding for they support they require. For students with diagnosed mental health difficulties this can include specialist mentoring through the Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA) scheme, as well as other vital strands of human support.

The successful candidate will act as a first point of contact for Queen Mary students with diagnosed mental health difficulties and those experiencing mental health crises and will implement appropriate support and the reasonable adjustments that they require to successfully study at the university. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a Higher Education Institution and a thorough knowledge of the support available within the Higher Education system, as well as NHS processes.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Appointments will be made subject to an enhanced DBS check.

This post is full-time and permanent with a salary range from £37,411- £44,015 per annum (dependent on skills and experience), inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include generous annual leave entitlement, an interest free season ticket loan, and access to pension scheme.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Simon Jarvis at s.jarvis@qmul.ac.uk or on +44 (0)20 7882 2765.

Details about the Disability and Dyslexia Service can be found at www.dds.qmul.ac.uk

To apply for the role, please click the ‘apply’ button below.

The closing date for applications is 15 September 2019 with interviews scheduled shortly after.