Disability and Neurodiversity Practitioner

Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Background of department/role

We are looking for an experienced and creative clinician to work with us to deliver the best experience and support for our student population who have physical health and neurodiverse needs.

You will be part of a large department who are innovating the way students are supported to succeed throughout their time at university.

This position will play a key lead role in supporting students with more complex health needs who declare a disability or neurodiverse condition. The role also includes working with academic staff who need advice and guidance to support students navigate the teaching environment.

We would love to hear from you if you are an experienced Community Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Occupational health Nurse, with proven skills in managing complex health conditions and negotiating adjustments under the equality act.

Knowledge of existing disability legislation and support for students within a Higher Education establishment and experience of advising staff on the impact of health difficulties would be advantageous, but not necessary.

How will you work?

We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible.

Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the needs of our students, staff, and stakeholders. It is expected that there will be a relatively even balance between time spent on and off campus; but in most cases the work location will be determined by the service required or the tasks/activities being undertaken.

How to apply

Start date for applications: 4th of November 2024
Closing date for applications: 24th of November 2024
Interviews are to be held: 3rd of December 2024

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Lucie Duncan, lucie.duncan@canterbury.ac.uk (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting reference number REQ05383.

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU

Our University is deeply committed to shaping sustainable futures as a key part of its mission and values. If you share this passion, we encourage you to join us in making CCCU a more socially and environmentally conscious, sustainable place to study and work

Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

Please ensure you include contact details of two employment referees in your application, one of which must be your current/ most recent line manager.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.