Disability Support Officer

Job Title

Disability Support Officer

Overview

The Disability Service supports the admission, inclusion, retention and progression of undergraduate and postgraduate students with a disability, significant health condition, or specific learning difficulty. The Disability Support Officer plays a key role within the service in processing applications for supports, resources and reasonable accommodations, conducting reasonable accommodation/needs assessments, coordinating and delivering supports to students.

Details

Office of the Provost & Deputy President

Contract Type: Permanent

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:

Ms Caroline Lane
Disability Support Services Manager
Student Affairs Division
University of Limerick
Email:

Application Details

The closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday, 16th June 2026. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

This position is subject to Garda Vetting and Foreign Police Clearance. If you have resided outside Ireland for a cumulative period of 36 months or more over the age of 18 years you must furnish a Foreign Police Clearance (FPC) from the country or countries of residence. Please note; any costs incurred in this process will be borne by the candidate.

Please note your application must include:

• A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
• A completed online application form.

Please email if you experience any difficulties.

If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated that you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland, you MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form. Unfortunately, if the attachment, as noted, is required and not provided your application cannot be processed.

Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

Many thanks for your interest in this role.

Contact Person : Competition Type : Staff

Contact Email : Job ID : 083249

Contact Number : Close Date : 16-Jun-:00