DSA Needs Assessor in London

Job description

DSA Assessor Home & Remote working - Wales Guidant Global are currently working for a very well known company who deliver high-quality DSA needs assessments which enable students with disabilities or other health conditions to access the specialist equipment and support they need to fulfil their potential at university or college. Supporting customers in Wales, we require Assessors to work in the Welsh medium. The role involves preparing for and undertaking DSA needs assessment meetings remotely (by phone or video call), and completing DSA Needs Assessment Reports for students in Higher Education who are in receipt of Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA's) in accordance with the appropriate regulations, timeframes, and guidance. The role is homebased, but travel will be required for client and internal meetings as per business need and when requested as per the Company guidelines. Job Description:

What you'll be doing: Holding a structured meeting with an individual, conducted remotely, to identify appropriate study and support strategies to facilitate participation in their study activities including, where appropriate, non-medical helper (NMH) and travel support Evaluate the suitability of, and offer advice on appropriate hardware, software, assistive technology and other aids for each individual. Produce formal written needs assessment reports in an appropriate format and in accordance with relevant guidance and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Respond to post-assessment queries received from the customer or relevant Funding Body within the required time. Conduct a review of a customer's needs when requested. We create better outcomes for the business and our candidates by identifying the best, most diverse people who have the skills, values, mindset and potential to help us realise our strategic ambitions. What we are looking for: Essential Ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload 1 years Experience minimum - DSA Assessme Excellent inter-personal, verbal and written communication skills Advanced IT skills To be proactive in undertaking continuing professional development Pragmatic approach to problem solving Ability to work under pressure to constant deadlines Flexible, punctual and reliability An understanding of the need and importance of confidentiality and privacy Desirable Educated to degree level or equivalent Knowledge of DSAs provision/support Knowledge of assistive technology software Disability related experience would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided with a commitment to undertaking a required number of continuous professional development training sessions to keep abreast of changes in the sector and to ensure up-to-date knowledge of relevant assistive technology (AT). What's in it for you? A competitive basic salary 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave. The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice. Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks and plenty more. Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology. Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English