Student Support Officer – Access and Equity

ABOUT STANLEY COLLEGE

Stanley College is a leading independent provider of Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training, delivering industry aligned, career focused education across campuses in Perth and Adelaide. We are committed to developing job ready graduates and fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people can thrive.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a full-time (12-month fixed term) position. The successful candidate will be primarily based at our Mirrabooka Campus, reporting to the Student Support Manager.

In this role, the successful candidate supports students with disability, accessibility, inclusion, and learning equity needs to ensure equitable access to education and student services. They work closely with students, academic staff, and support teams to assess individual support needs, coordinate reasonable adjustments, and implement tailored support plans in line with legislative and institutional requirements. The role focuses on fostering a safe, inclusive, and student-centred learning environment while promoting equity, accessibility, wellbeing, and positive student outcomes across the College.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adequately assess student educational support needs to ensure equitable access to education. (These may include modified assessment arrangements, assistive technology, accessible formatting, extensions to assignments, flexibility in attendance requirements)
• Communicate and work effectively with key stakeholders
• Provide a strengths-based approach to the management of disability
• Provide education to staff on the appropriate needs and management of students with disability, or learning equity needs
• Ensure friendly and psychologically safe access to the learning equity service
• Internal promotion of learning equity services

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications and experience:

• Completion of a relevant diploma or equivalent, with experience providing advice to students, particularly in relation to accessibility, inclusion or wellbeing support
• Understanding of higher education disability support, reasonable adjustments, and inclusive learning practices
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, such as the Disability Discrimination Act, Disability Standards for Education, or other local accessibility regulations
• Ability to manage, record, and monitor student support processes, maintaining accurate records in compliance with data protection policies • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to display high levels of empathy and effective conflict resolution skills, whilst maintaining confidentiality
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and manage competing demands

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At Stanley College, you’ll be part of a people first organisation where your contribution genuinely matters. We offer a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that supports professional growth while making a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

You’ll work alongside passionate, diverse colleagues in an environment that champions wellbeing, flexibility where possible, and recognition for your efforts. Most importantly, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to delivering career ready education and positive outcomes for students from all backgrounds.

Employee benefits:

• Work in modern and centrally located campuses
• Flexible working arrangements, where operationally possible
• Employment Hero Perk Box access
• Staff discounts at CU29
• 24/7 access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At Stanley College, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. Inclusion is good for our team, our students, and the wider community. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equitably, regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We strive to provide equality of opportunity and an inclusive experience for everyone who works at Stanley College.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment.

If this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter containing your experience and suitability for this role.