Disability Advisor

British University of Egypt

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial consultations with students who disclose disabilities such as but not limited to dyslexia, ADHD, or long-term health conditions, including mental health needs, including stress, anxiety and performance-related concerns.
• Develop and implement Reasonable Adjustment Plans (RAPs) tailored to each student s requirements, covering exams, mobility, communication, and in-class support.
• Liaise closely with the Student Counsellor and other internal wellbeing teams for holistic student care.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure compliance with university policy and data protection regulations.
• Work directly with all faculties to ensure appropriate teaching adjustments, assistive technologies, and inclusive practices are in place.
• Coordinate with the Exams Office to implement exam accommodations such as extra time, readers, scribes, and quiet spaces.
• Partner with Facilities and IT to ensure physical and digital accessibility is in line with the students needs.
• Provide expert advice on cases involving medical internships, practical placements, and fieldwork requirements for students with disabilities.
• Track case progression using the Student Record System (SRS) and Student Portal, ensuring timely updates and accessibility of support.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions for academic and administrative staff on disability legislation, inclusive teaching, and student engagement.
• Support the development and implementation of disability awareness campaigns and visibility strategies across campus.
• Maintain active relationships with medical professionals, government agencies, accessibility consultants, and non-governmental organizations.
• Maintain a data-driven, evidence-based approach to systems development and provide regular growth and development reports.
• Signpost students to external services and resources when needed, while maintaining clear records of referrals and outcomes.
• Propose scalable improvements to the disability support framework, identifying needs for interns, additional staff, or external service providers as appropriate.
• Stay up to date on national and global developments in disability services in higher education.
• Undertake any additional duties assigned by the line manager