Accessibility Lead CoVE & DSC

Royal Melbourne Institute Of Technology

Job Location:

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

2x Full-timeFixed Term position until31/12/2026
SalaryHEW7 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at theMelbourne CBDcampusbut may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

AboutThe Position

This newly created role funded through a federal initiative is designed to advance accessibility and inclusion across RMITs College of Design and Social Contextand College of Vocational Education. As the Accessibility Lead you will collaborate with Student Equity and key College stakeholders to assess andprioritiseaccessibility needsidentifybarriers and implement targeted actions that foster inclusion and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The role will advanceequitableeducation practices byprovidingexpert advice building staff capability and supporting the implementation of sustainable scalable strategies that improve learning experiences for students with disabilities mental health conditions chronic illnesses and other access barriers. Working closely withthe Accessibility Coordinator andother Accessibility LeadsEquitable Learning Advisors and central support services this position will embed an accessibility lens withinCollegesystems and culture contributing to student retention and success. You will also help develop training resources and cross-institutional collaboration initiatives providing high-level systemic support for complex cases.

Qualifications:A degree in education disability psychology social work or a related field.

To be successful in this positionyoullhave:

1. Experience: Proven experience in supporting people with diverse needs preferably in highereducation and/or vocational education settings.

2. Collaboration Skills: Ability to work collaboratively within and acrossColleges fosteringpartnerships with central student service teams.

3. Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills capable of engagingeffectively with a variety of stakeholders.

4. Problem-Solving Adaptability and Autonomy:Demonstratedability toidentifychallenges anddevelop innovative context-responsive solutions within an educational setting while workingautonomously and adapting effectively to changing priorities.

5. Project Coordination: Experience in coordinating and implementing initiatives that support strategicgoals.

6. Empathy and Student-Centred Focus: Commitment to understanding and addressing the uniqueneeds and circumstances of diverse student populations.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About theGroup

Students Group

This role sits within the Equity team in RMIT Students Group. TheStudentsgroup shapes designs anddelivers key student services and experiences to prepare RMIT students for study life and the globalworkforce. We work in partnership with students academics professional staff industry and thecommunity to deliver transformative student experiences that improve access participation retention and success for all RMIT students.

Ourobjectivesare to:

Shape co-createand inform an inclusive safe industry-engagedand global student experienceDeliver impactful connected servicecareand development opportunities at scale and toEngageempowerand value each other so that together we can make a difference.

We welcome a diversity of perspectives and are inclusive in our approach to work. We are aligned inourpassion for having a collective and positive impact on the student experience at RMIT. Our team iscomprised of talented and motivated people from a range of professional disciplines and backgrounds atvarious stages of their careers and including RMIT students.

We are a value-led organisation and we value imagination agility passion inclusion courage andimpact.

The Group is led by the Executive Director Students.

Inclusion Diversity Equity and Access at RMIT - RMIT University

Our courses of study are offered across 4 academic colleges and 16 academic schools:Schools andColleges - RMIT University

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Applications Close:

23 Nov 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At RMIT we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements please contact Dani via or visit our Careers page for more contact information - are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.

Overview:2x Full-timeFixed Term position until31/12/2026SalaryHEW7 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working ArrangementsBased at theMelbourne CBDcampusbut may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the UniversityAboutThe PositionThis newly created role funded through a federal initi...