Disability Officer

Disability Officer Applications are now invited for the position of #003291 Disability Officer, 3 Year Fixed Term Contract Role Profile SS&D is currently seeking a Disability Officer, who will be positioned within the Disability & Learning Support Service (DLSS). This post involves the delivery of a high-quality service for students registered with the DLSS. The DLSS currently have 1500 students registered with the service and includes students with a specific learning difficulty, mental health difficulties and ongoing illnesses. The purpose of the Disability Officer role is to provide specialist support and comprehensive guidance to students throughout their academic lives in DCU. This will involve carrying out a needs assessment, providing learning support and putting in place any reasonable accommodations that is required to ensure that a student with a disability can participate fully in the university environment. The Disability Officer will work within the context of the multi-disciplinary Disability & Learning Support Service team and the wider Student Support & Development Unit in DCU. The post holder will be required to work as part of a busy team and deal with a diverse and confidential range of inquiries and at times work under pressure. The role will report directly to the Head of the Disability & Learning Support Service. Please see the attached job description which outlines the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required. Salary Scale: Professional 5: €58,651 - €70,663 Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy. Closing date: Monday, 23rd March 2026 Additional Information Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment. For more information on DCU Disability and Learning Support Service, please visit : Disability and Learning Support Service Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to: Ms Anne O’Connor, Head of Disability and Learning Support Service, Dublin City University. Phone: + 353 (0)1 7005160 Email: anne.oconnor@dcu.ie Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below. Application Procedure: Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload: 1)  Curriculum Vitae 2)  Cover Letter 3)  Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy). Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs Contact Email : talent@dcu.ie Contact No : +00353 1 700 5149 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Application Form 47.7 Job Description 231.4 Return to Search Apply for Job