Job Description

We are seeking applicants who can update and enhance digital resources to foster inclusivity and provide equal opportunity for all users.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate and Enhance Accessibility: Your primary responsibility will be to assess the accessibility of digital resources, including Powerpoint presentations, Google Suite documents, Word files, PDF documents, and multimedia content. You will identify barriers to accessibility and implement solutions to enhance the usability of the resource.

Ensure Compliance with Standards: Implement best practices and standards to ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines, such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). You adhere to the University accessibility standards and regulations to ensure that our digital resources meet or exceed the required accessibility criteria.

Conduct Accessibility Audits: Perform comprehensive accessibility audits on digital resources, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance accessibility and track progress towards achieving accessibility goals.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate for the role of Digital Accessibility Specialist possesses a blend of education, experience, and soft skills essential for enhancing the accessibility of digital resources. A Technology or Mathematical background is not required; they must have demonstrated a willingness in improving accessibility across various platforms, including PowerPoint, Google Suite, and PDF documents. Experience of working to standards and familiarity with assistive technologies, will be beneficial.

Qualifications and Experience:

• No specific qualification needed
• Experience in digital accessibility and educational technology is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and a strong understand of what constitutes a good resource

Key Requirements:

• Proficiency in evaluating and enhancing the accessibility of digital resources, including PowerPoint, Google Suite, Word and PDF documents, and multimedia content.
• Experience in conducting accessibility audits and implementing solutions to improve accessibility.
• Ability to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and guidelines, particularly WCAG.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies and tools used by individuals with disabilities.
• Competence in using accessibility evaluation tools such as screen readers, colour contrast analyzers, and automated testing software.
• Experience with Blackboard VLE is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with academics to promote accessibility best practices.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
• Commitment to fostering inclusivity and providing equal opportunities for all users.

Personality Traits and Soft Skills:

• • Patience and perseverance in addressing accessibility barriers.

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

  • Proactive attitude towards learning and staying updated on accessibility trends and technologies.

  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Adaptability to evolving technologies and changing project requirements.

  • Strong commitment to promoting accessibility and diversity in digital resources.