Disability Coordinator at the University of West of England
The Disability Resource Centre offers assistance to disabled students and applicants
including carrying out assessments of educational support needs, providing training in the
use of assistive technology, giving advice on claiming funding and liasing with University
faculties and external agencies to ensure that appropriate arrangements are in place. As
Disability Coordinator, you will be expected to lead and manage the staff team, take
responsibility for the operation of the Disability Resource Centre, participate as a senior
manager in the Centre for Student Affairs and contribute to the development of University
policies and procedures relating to disabled students.
We are seeking an individual with a strong track record in working with disabled students,
probably in a higher education context. Alongside leadership and organisational skills, you
will need to demonstrate an excellent understanding of guidelines, legislation and support
relating to disabled students. You will already have management experience and be
educated to degree level. Most importantly, we are seeking someone with the drive,
enthusiasm and initiative to make the most of this post in a changing and challenging
environment. Salary will be in the range of £23,800 - £27,500.
Visit our Website to see full details and to complete an on-line application form, or
telephone our 24 hour answerphone service on 117 344 2890 to request documents
by post. Closing date for applications is 19 October 2001.
Please quote reference number A/198.
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Littlejohn, Julie
Disability Co-ordinator
Disability Resource Centre, 1E22
University of the West of England
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol BS16 1QY
Tel. 0117 344 2564
Fax 0117 344 2935
Minicom 0117 344 3644
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