Accessibility Student Assistant

18 hours ago

Perth, Australia Murdoch University Full time

2x Casual position- Classification HEW0303| $31 p/hr - $34 p/hr (inclusive of 25% casual loading)- Periodic wage increases between 1 January 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 8% increase- 11.5% employer superannuation contributions- Ref: JR103154 & JR103158

About Us

Our Access, Wellbeing & Equity (AWE) team are dedicated to providing innovative and professional support that enhances the student journey and promotes a thriving university community. By delivering tailored wellbeing and health services, supporting students with health conditions and disabilities, AWE plays a vital role in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Central to its mission, AWE drives initiatives that enrich the student experience, taking a leading role in implementing the University Student Wellbeing Strategy and activities focused on wellbeing and equity. Join a team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of students and the broader university community.

The Role

As an Accessibility Student Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping students with disabilities, medical conditions, and other accessibility challenges succeed in their university experience. This position involves providing essential support through any of our four service streams, including note-taking to ensure students have reliable study materials, editing transcripts produced by automatic speech recognition (ASR) systems for accuracy, physically assisting in hands-on learning lab environments and mentoring students to empower their personal and academic growth.

What you’ll bring to this role- Completion of Year 12 or certificate 2 with demonstrated combination of relevant work experience and/ or education/training.- Organisational, attention to detail and time management skills.- High levels of written and oral communication skills in English.- Ability to work professionally and collegially as part of a team.- A commitment to accessibility and inclusion, driven by a passion to improve conditions for students.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:
- Competitive pay rate- Employee Assistance Program- On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)- Your most recent resume (CV)

Position contact: Bec Inwood, Manager, Access and Inclusion,

Closing date: 5 January 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

Please note Murdoch University will be in a Limited Service Period from Monday 23 December 2024 to Sunday 5 January 2025 (inclusive). Shortlisting for this position will commence after this period.

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

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