Manager, Student Accessibility

4 weeks ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Manager, Student Accessibility role at Illawarra Mercury.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the operational delivery of Student Accessibility Services, including the development and implementation of personalised learning supports and reasonable adjustments for students with a disability/health condition.
  • Adopt a staff–student partnership approach and lead the Student Accessibility and Inclusion team to develop students' agency to succeed in their studies, increasing student retention.
  • Ensure inclusive, compliant, student‑centered services through strong, collaborative relationships with faculties, academic staff and other professional staff.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Excellent people management skills, experience and demonstrated success in supporting teams through change.
  • Strong ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Ability to consider a service from a process and systems perspective to maximise effectiveness.
  • Note: This position has been classified as 'child-related work'; further information is available in the position description.
Role Details
  • Permanent/continuing, full-time appointment
  • Level 8/9: $117,918 - $146, % superannuation
How to Apply

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description. For further information about the role please contact Erin Hiesley, Associate Director, Student Wellbeing and Mental Health:

Closing Date: Thursday 28 August 2025, 11:59 PM

This position is not suitable for remote work in accordance with the UOW Remote Working Guidelines.

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.


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