Bradford Jacobs are supporting a nonprofit organisation who specialise in inclusive support to close the employment gap for individuals with disabilities. As a "for-purpose" social enterprise they blend human services and business strategies to demonstrate the competitive advantage of employing people of all abilities.
A key initiative is the Accessibility Partner Program, pairing blind and low-vision people with professional visual interpreters. These Inclusive Support Specialists provide top-tier support by addressing barriers, fostering partnership, and committing to ongoing education.
The Accessibility Partner role is a full-time position that provides specialized support to employees who are blind or low vision.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Client Partnership
* Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and clear boundaries while building strong partnerships with clients.
* Understand and anticipate the needs of blind or low vision clients, providing proactive, flexible support to overcome visual disability barriers.
* Act as a resource for clients, assisting with navigating physical spaces, attending meetings, and ensuring barrier free access during events.
2. Task and Technology Support
* Provide assistance with tasks such as note-taking, document translation, creating accessible content, and supporting administrative duties (e.g., submitting expense reports, calendaring).
* Translate inaccessible digital content (emails, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) into accessible formats, using screen readers and other assistive technologies.
* Support clients in navigating complex software, guiding them through tasks in tools like Microsoft Office, Power BI, and Azure DevOps.
3. Communication & Time Management
* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to ensure employees are fully supported in their work tasks.
* Manage multiple time-sensitive tasks, prioritizing effectively while maintaining clear communication regarding deadlines and any delays.
4. Travel and Flexibility
* Travel domestically or internationally, sometimes on short notice, to provide on-site support as needed.
* Prepare for international travel, including vaccinations and background checks, if required.
Experience Required:
* Minimum of 2 years in administrative or workplace inclusion support roles, with preference for experience working with visually impaired or blind individuals.
* Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to learn new technologies.
* Professional level of English-speaking skills
* High level typing ability
Working Conditions:
* Ability to work at a computer for up to 8 hours daily, manage multiple projects, and assist clients with accessibility needs both remotely and in-person
* Potential travel to client sites or other locations, including transporting equipment as needed (internationally & nationally)
* Willingness and ability to travel both locally and internationally when required
* Hybrid model, 2 days a week at the clients office in Paddington area of London, remaining days WFH.
Salary
Salary up to £36,000 per annum