Disability & Wellbeing Advisor

Overview

Permanent, part time, 22.2 hours per week, 3 days (0.6 FTE). Band 4 - £33,002 to £36,636 per annum, pro rata.

A primary function of the role is to provide advice and guidance to current and prospective students presenting with a wide range of disabilities and specific learning difficulties, to identify relevant support needs. This role is responsible for the arrangement and implementation of reasonable adjustments, regular review of support and making amendments to support arrangements where appropriate. To work closely across University departments to ensure that individual students’ support requirements are met.

To deliver required staff training and support the process of matching support staff with student requirements.

The post-holder will work closely with the student community, academic schools, and relevant departments to further develop the understanding of inclusivity and to promote the services available to all students. Additionally, the role will contribute to the general wellbeing of students, by designing and delivering initiatives that promote health and well-being.

The appointment requires a flexible approach to working hours as there will be some out-of-hours work.

The Department of Student Life comprises multiple teams of professionals committed to delivering an excellent student experience.

We aim to provide high quality information, advice, guidance, and support services across the following areas:

• Engaging with and navigating through all aspects of university life.
• Student finance advice and signposting to support and funding.
• Delivering pastoral support and peer support programmes.
• International student support and exchange opportunities.
• Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Promoting positive health and wellbeing.
• Learning difficulties screening and diagnosis.
• Disability, wellbeing, mental health, and counselling services.
• Supporting students with emerging or enduring mental health conditions.
• Safeguarding and protecting students through direct intervention, signposting or referring to specialist services.

• You will have a thorough understanding of the needs of students with a wide range of disabilities, mental health conditions and specific learning difficulties and can provide advice to enable students to make informed choices.
• You will have a passion for supporting inclusive education and a positive University experience for all.
• You are confident implementing and facilitating the delivery of services to students or prospective students on either a one-to-one basis or by leading group workshops.
• You can creatively design and deliver workshops, training and CPD sessions for staff to raise awareness of disability and embedding inclusivity in learning and teaching.

Closing Date:
Friday 13 February 2026

Interview Date/s:
To be confirmed

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions.
• Flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) - with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich.
• Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports; plus, discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports.
• Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
• Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Staff recognition annual awards.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Alex Carter -

Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application.

We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future. Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.