Disability Adviser

Disability Adviser

Job No.: 686105

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $96768- $104450 pa HEW Level 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University

• Join our inclusive collaborative community

• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about empowering students and driving inclusive change Monash University is seeking a Disability Adviser to support accessibility and student success at Clayton campus.

The Disability Adviser manages a full-time caseload of students including those identified as at risk providing expert tailored support and fostering independence and self-advocacy across the student community. The Disability Adviser leads innovation by researching and recommending cutting-edge technologies to enhance academic support. Strategic collaboration with colleagues the sharing of specialist knowledge and active involvement in operational planning are key to enhancing service delivery and shaping the future direction of Disability Support Services.

This role offers the opportunity to shape meaningful change inform inclusive policy and be part of a team thats redefining what inclusive education looks like.

To be successful the ideal candidate will have:

• Expert understanding of Commonwealth and State anti-discrimination legislation and a commitment to access and equity for people underrepresented in higher education
• A growth mindset and demonstrated ability to stay up to date with industry standards through relevant professional development and training
• Experience assessing and coordinating reasonable adjustments to enable success in higher education
• Proven ability to confidently engage with staff across the University and external organisations - negotiating influencing and building strong partnerships regarding disability support
• High level written and oral communication skills with the ability to tailor content to a wide range of audiences
• A collaborative and self-directed approach to work with the confidence to operate both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Youll demonstrate advanced organisational capabilities - setting priorities meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a dynamic environment.

About Monash University

At Monash work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging from contributing to something groundbreaking a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity and welcome and celebrate everyones contributions lived experience and expertise. Thats why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

To apply simply submit your CV along with a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing your suitability for the role. Please refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities neurodivergent people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us at in an email titled Reasonable Adjustments Request for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Ms Amber Elliott Director Access Inclusion and Success

Position Description:Disability Adviser

Applications Close: Sunday 7 December 2025 11:55pm AEST

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