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Accessibility Auditor

Job Title: Accessibility Auditor

Location:  Remote/Hybrid with site visits

Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:

Direct Access has led the accessibility and inclusion field since our inception in 2004. We are a DOBE™ certified Disability Owned and Operated Business Enterprise providing accessibility consultancy based on our real lived experience of disability. We work with clients across the public, private, and voluntary sectors throughout the UK and internationally to ensure their spaces meet the highest standards of accessibility, usability, and compliance. We are seeking an Accessibility Auditor to join our team and help deliver auditing services across a range of exciting and innovative projects.

The Role:

An opportunity has arisen for someone to join our team of dedicated Accessibility Auditors. We are based in the Nantwich, Cheshire; however, remote working candidates will be considered.

You will work with a wide variety of clients including educational settings, councils and the heritage and museum sector. Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework relating to inclusive design and good knowledge of national standards is beneficial; however, this is not essential as training will be provided.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To identify and record barriers to accessibility and inclusion within both the built and external environment.
• To use designated software to undertake accessibility audits.
• Ability to present clear and well-reasoned Access Reports.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines.
• Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework relating to inclusive design including the requirements of the Equality Act.

Personal Requirements:

• A commitment to the creation of an accessible and inclusive society.
• Degree / qualification in a relevant field advantageous but not essential.
• Minimum English Grade C / 4.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving licence, access to own vehicle and willingness to travel for site visits.
• An interest in international travel.
• Enhanced DBS (provided by Direct Access subject to award of role).