Hybrid Assistive Technology Consultant

at University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

• Job title: Assistive Technology Consultant
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: £50,253 - £61,759 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About the role

• Assistive Technology Consultant making a difference for children with additional support needs across Scotland. Providing consultancy and support for learning and communication through technology.

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment and provision for learners who require specialist assistive and communication technology
• Provide authoritative consultancy and advice to schools, local authorities, allied professionals and families, embedding sustainable inclusive practice
• Design, deliver and evaluate professional learning programmes and online resources to build practitioner capacity across Scotland
• Contribute to applied research, development of national resources, and dissemination of innovation through publications, conferences and digital platforms
• Support collaboration with national agencies, local authorities and other stakeholders to influence inclusive education policy and provision
• The role requires travel across Scotland and provides opportunities to contribute to teaching within Moray House and to develop your national and international profile in assistive technology and inclusive education

Requirements

• Degree in Education or a relevant discipline, with GTCS or HCPC registration (or equivalent professional body membership)
• Significant experience working directly with learners with additional support needs using assistive/communication technologies
• Proven expertise in assessment, intervention and support for learners with ASN
• Experience of devising and delivering impactful professional learning in assistive technology or AAC
• Strong collaborative skills, with experience of working alongside teachers, educational psychologists, AHPs and other professionals
• Excellent digital, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise professional judgement
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives