• Lead the design and delivery of initiatives that improve academic inclusion for students with disabilities. Drive continuous improvement, through evidence-informed project planning and implementation.
• Undertake consultation with students and staff and translate lived experience and research into practical and scalable solutions.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 28/5/2027.
• Base salary range: $112,114–$122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Directorate of Student Life sits within the UWA Education Portfolio, overseen by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Education & Student Experience.  The Directorate has four core functions, Student Administration, Student Offices, Student Equity & Success, and Student Wellbeing & Engagement.  The scope of services centre on the student journey, from the provision of student programs and activities that support and promote access to UWA, to student enrolment, course planning, transition, and progression through the lifecycle of study to graduation.  The Directorate is also responsible for the delivery of services that promote academic success and support wellbeing and engagement for an enhanced student experience. Student Life works closely with the Student Guild, affiliated residential colleges and the wider UWA Education portfolio.

The Student Equity and Success teams facilitate a high-quality student experience focused on access and support for students. This includes academic and cocurricular activities that enrich an inclusive student experience, with a dedicated first year experience.

UWA’s Disability Service provides support to students with disabilities, medical or mental health conditions. The service provides confidential advice and information to registered students and assists with educational access through the use of assistive technologies and the implementation of reasonable adjustments. The team also supports requests for alternative exam arrangements and develops and promotes resources, online and on campus, to support their study. The team work closely and collaboratively with the academic community and other services in Student Life to provide holistic and integrated support to students to achieve their study goals and support their wellbeing.

About the opportunity

• You will lead the design and delivery of strategic initiatives that enhance access, inclusion, and learning for students with disabilties.
• Working closely with academic and professional staff, you will drive service innovation through deep consultation, data analysis, and student co-design.
• You will support review of processes, including provision of reasonable adjustments, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee work to shape the future direction of Disability services at UWA, embedding inclusive design principles, strengthening institutional capability, and ensuring the service remains responsive, collaborative, and evidence informed.

About you

• Relevant qualification in education, social science, disability services, or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial and extensive relevant experience at an appropriate level, particularly in designing and delivering strategic projects or service innovations that improve access, inclusion, or learning outcomes for students with disability.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inclusive learning and access principles in a higher education context.
• Sound understanding of relevant legislation, policy, and frameworks related to disability inclusion and accessibility in tertiary education.
• Ability to coordinate teams and projects, manage timelines and competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a complex organisational environment.

Special Requirements

Current Working with Children Check

Current National Police Clearance Certificate

Position description: PD - Senior Adviser (Access, Inclusion and Learning) (520127).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Elisa McGowan at elisa.mcgowan@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 12 May 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.