Disabilities and Dyslexia Service Manager

Location: Holloway / Aldgate Campus

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London Met is an extraordinary institution. Equity and social inclusion have always been our driving principles, and it's what makes the University so unique. Our organisation is distinctive, both in its eclectic and diverse community of students and staff, and also for its historical role in serving some of London’s most deprived boroughs. Everything we do is underpinned by our philosophy that an individual should have the opportunity to transform their life through the power of education.

Equipping our students with the tools for their future is at the heart of our academic offering. We pride ourselves on providing our students with access to a wealth of opportunities and professions. Our graduates benefit personally, but also contribute their unique perspectives to society, culture, public service and the economy in all areas of London, the UK and around the world.

ABOUT THE POST
The Department of Student Services wishes to appoint a Disabilities and Dyslexia (DDS) Manager.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of disabled students and of the University’s legal obligations under the Equalities Act (2010). You will line manage a team of Disability and Dyslexia Advisers, provide comprehensive disability-related advice and guidance; implement disability support in line with regulatory and legislative guidelines; support the development of independent learning and self-management strategies; maintain records; support staff through the delivery of onsite training; create various resources for staff and students alike; liaise with external support organisations. You will be expected to liaise with the Head and Deputy Head of Student Services, and academic Schools, and provide information, advice and guidance to disabled students.

You will have experience of working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds; working in a management role; managing a caseload of students in a post 16 setting; identifying the support needs of students; understanding of the legislative, financial and regulatory frameworks within disability in a HE setting; using assistive technology as part of a programme of embedded learning.

You will have good communication and IT skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

You will be expected to work at both University campuses as required.

This post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Ref: 24SSERV1004

Closing Date: 5^th November 2024

HOW TO APPLY

Please click on the apply button and complete the online application in full, making sure you address the person specification criteria in your statement as this will enable us to make an informed shortlisting decision.

If you have a query, or experience any difficulties with the application process, please contact us by email at: recruitment@londonmet.ac.uk quoting the job reference number.

View the benefits of working at London Met on our Information for Applicants page at: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/jobs-at-london-met/information-for-applicants/.

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