Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Company DescriptionUK Management College, located in Manchester, United Kingdom, is dedicated to providing quality education through distance learning to a diverse student population. Graduates are equipped with the skills needed to succeed in the workforce and make positive contributions to society. The college offers a vibrant campus culture and innovative learning environment.Job PurposeThe Disability Inclusion Officer plays a central role in promoting accessibility, equality, and inclusion for students and staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions across all UK Management College campuses. This role ensures compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and supports the implementation of reasonable adjustments, inclusive learning practices, and disability-related components of the Temporary Learning Agreement and Learning Support Plans (TLA, LSP) process.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary contact for all disability-related support enquiries and assessments for students and staff.Coordinate and review reasonable adjustments and assistive technology provisions.Maintain confidential and accurate records of students and staff registered with disabilities, ensuring full compliance with GDPR.Contribute to the design, review, and monitoring of TLA LSPs for students with disability-related learning needs.Collaborate with academic, administrative, and estates teams to ensure accessibility in learning, digital systems, and physical spaces.Provide guidance and training to staff on inclusive teaching, disability awareness, and accessibility compliance.Work closely with the Wellbeing Officer, campus co-ordinator, academic service, student success tutor to ensure joined-up support across wellbeing and inclusion services.Coordinate the creation, record-keeping, and annual review of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for students and staff with mobility, sensory, or medical needs.Ensure that PEEP documentation is securely stored, regularly updated, and communicated to relevant teams (e.g., Estates, Fire Safety Officers, and HR).Conduct risk assessments where necessary and support the implementation of agreed evacuation strategies.Promote disability awareness and inclusion through workshops, campaigns, and training sessions.Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of disability support and report progress to the Wellbeing Lead.Ensure compliance with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Health & Safety frameworks within the college’s quality assurance processes.Essential Skills and ExperienceExperience in disability support, inclusion services, or student wellbeing.Knowledge of the Equality Act 2010, reasonable adjustments, and inclusive education practices.Familiarity with Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) and health & safety requirements for disabled individuals.Strong organisational, administrative, and record-keeping skills.Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.Collaborative approach to working with academic, estates, and HR departments.Desirable:Experience in higher or further education settings.Knowledge of assistive technology, accessibility audits, or inclusive digital design.Experience liaising with external disability or occupational health services.BenefitsCompany eventsCompany pensionHealth & wellbeing programmeOn-site parkingScheduleMonday to Friday, 9pm to 5pmJob Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: CompetitiveWork Location: In person