Equitable Learning Advisor

Job no: 0052256
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Student and Scholarly Services - The Student Equity and Disability Services
Salary: UOM 5 - $79,961 - $91,844 p.a. plus 17% super

• Foster an equitable and supportive educational experience for all.
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment! 

About the Role
As the Equitable Learning Advisor at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a vital role in ensuring all students have equal opportunities in their academic journey. Collaborating with a diverse range of students, from elite performers to those with health conditions, you'll facilitate necessary adjustments for their active participation in university life. Your responsibilities include regular meetings with students, coordinating with Disability Services, and collaborating with university staff to create an inclusive learning environment. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing registration applications and supporting documents to assess eligibility for ongoing support and reasonable adjustments. 
• Developing and assisting in implementing Academic Adjustment Plans to ensure equitable student participation in educational pursuits, following relevant policies and guidelines. 
• Facilitating student referrals to internal and external support services as required. 
• Proactively reaching out to students, scheduling appointments, following up on equity adjustments, and facilitating administrative navigation. 
• Actively contributing to fostering a quality student-centred service culture, ensuring all team members consistently deliver high standards of service to every student 

Who we are looking for
We're on the lookout for a dynamic individual with high-quality organisational skills – someone who thrives on prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines and excels under pressure while adhering to policies and guidelines. Your skills for providing expert services and engaging empathetically with diverse students facing multifaceted challenges and study-related stress will set you apart. You'll draw on your exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, to build robust relationships with academic and professional peers. If you're passionate about cultivating a supportive, accessible and inclusive educational environment, we extend a warm invitation for you to be part of our team!

You will also have:

• Tertiary qualification in health sciences, social welfare, disability, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training
• Demonstrated personal resilience in working in a high-volume team environment and managing conflict.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilise large complex databases, such as CRM and student systems, and to ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Experience in the support of people who identify with a mental health condition or as neurodiverse

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.

This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services - The Student Equity and Disability Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation.  This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff. 

The Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS) is in the Wellbeing Services portfolio, which includes the University’s Health Service, Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the Chaplaincy service. SEDS is responsible for providing educational adjustments for students with a disability or health condition, are carers of a person with a disability, are defence reservists or emergency volunteers or for cultural or religious observance which impacts their ability to participate fully in their studies.  

What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!

The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter responding to numbers 2-9 of the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Maddison Ryan via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.

Position Description