Job Description
The Opportunity
The Assistive Technology specialist will develop and deliver initiatives to strengthen the assistive technology offer and support and enable Members (MPs and Peers) and Parliamentary staff with different accessibility needs in their work day-to-day.
The role will sit at the intersection of technology, accessibility, and customer support. Working in partnership with the Providing Digital Technology 'Value Stream' (multi-disciplinary working group), you will lead on the provision, development, and implementation of assistive technology solutions, ensuring accessibility is embedded into our provisioning and digital support offer.
You will build internal capability and familiarity with a wide range of assistive software and hardware solutions. You will support the End User Service and other customer-facing teams to develop the skills needed to be able to recommend appropriate technologies, including assistive technologies to customers with accessibility requirements. You may also be required to provide support installing and using assistive technologies.
1. assess, recommend, and oversee assistive technology solutions (e.g. screen readers, voice input systems, alternative input devices, magnifiers) tailored to meet the diverse needs of users.
2. conduct expert in-depth user assessments to determine optimal assistive technology configurations that enhance...