We Are The People (WATP) is a small research team of Disabled academics and non-disabled allies engaged in disability research and disability activism that WECIL are working with. They have been awarded a five-year, £1million grant from the Wellcome Trust to explore issues which affect Disabled people in South West England.
They are currently seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to support the creation and development of a disability hub which aims to bring together and disseminate We Are The People research to the South West.
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August 19, 2024
School of Education
Fixed Term – Part Time (0.2 FTE)
Bath – Newton Park
Hybrid
£27,979 – £31,396 (pro-rata)
About the Role
The role involves developing an understanding of ongoing research by Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs), creating a disability training programme led by Disabled people, and organising events to showcase findings. You will ensure the accessible dissemination of research results, investigate collaborative opportunities with DPOs, and build relationships with community contacts for future funding.
Key responsibilities include providing guidance to community partners, contributing to meetings, adhering to Health and Safety guidelines, and developing research methods within the programme framework.
About You
You will be passionate about disability equality and hold a good first degree in a relevant discipline such as Disability Studies, Psychology, Social Science, Arts, etc. You will also have demonstrable experience of working in a co-productive way with project partners, contributing to a community, charity or research environment.
You will also show a demonstrable understanding of the sensitivities of working with underrepresented groups, and to respond to potential barriers in a compassionate way. In addition, you will be an excellent problem solver, flexible, adaptable and a committed team player.
Additional Information
We Are The People strongly encourage applications from Disabled people and can provide reasonable adjustments, so please let them know if there is anything we can do to make applying for this role more accessible for you.
Salary: Grade 5 – £27,979 to £31,396 (per annum), £5,595.80 to £6,279.20 (pro-rata)
This is a 0.2 FTE part-time, one year fixed-term role.
Recent adjustment in the UK’s Sponsorship Threshold
About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is where creative minds meet. Offering a wide range of courses across the arts, sciences, education, social science and business to over 7,500 students, the University employs outstanding creative professionals which support its aim to be a leading educational institution in creativity, culture and enterprise.
Based in stunning countryside just a few minutes from a World Heritage City, Bath Spa University ensures its students graduate as engaged global citizens who are ready for the world of work. In fact, 93 per cent of graduates find themselves in work or further study within six months.
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