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Student Welfare and Support Services works collaboratively on student health and welfare issues with colleagues in colleges, academic and administrative departments, the Oxford University Student Union and key statutory services and other partners outside of the University.
Services include the Counselling Service, Disability Advisory Service, the Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service, Peer Support Programme, and Mental Health Awareness Training, all aimed at supporting the wellbeing of our students so they can flourish academically.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project & Evaluation Manager (Disability Inclusion) to join us on a fixed term basis until July 2029.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
• 38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About the Role
This key new role will lead a project to support the successful delivery of the University of Oxford's commitments under the 2025-2029 Access and Participation Plan (APP), specifically focusing on enhancing effective on- course support for disabled students.
The work will involve cross-institutional coordination, managing projects and designing and
delivering research and evaluation activities using an institutional theory of change, with the overarching purpose of closing awarding gaps and fostering inclusive academic environments for disabled students. Collaborative working with disabled students will be essential, as well as working closely with a range of stakeholders including various departments (such as the Centre for Teaching and Learning, Education Policy Support and the Student Data Insights Team, and the Bodleian Libraries), academic divisions and departments, colleges, and external partners.
About You
• Educated to PhD level (or equivalent employment experience).
• A sympathetic understanding of the challenges faced by students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds, especially in relation to disabled students and awarding gaps, and the ability to design tailored academic support interventions.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects, with proficiency in project-management tools and techniques. Ability to prioritise tasks, set clear targets, and ensure project completion within agreed timescales, quality standards and budget.
• Expertise in applying various research methodologies, data collection and analysis techniques, and evaluation frameworks.
• Ability to supervise and oversee the work of others, setting objectives and monitoring performance within overarching project goals and timescales
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities, with experience conveying complex issues and project findings effectively to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders, influencing and gaining their confidence through a practical and sensitive approach, even in challenging circumstances.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 14th February
Interviews will take place on week commencing 24th February , and will be held face-to-face.
Contact Person : Max Evans Vacancy ID : 177338 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 9 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : 55636 - 64228