Job Description
Accessibility and Inclusion Officer
Location: Antrim Civic Centre / Mossley Mill (primary base with occasional travel between sites)
Salary: £23.37 per hour
Department: Organisation Development
Contract: Temporary
Staffline Recruitment Ireland is recruiting on behalf of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for an Accessibility and Inclusion Officer.
This role will lead the design, delivery and continuous development of policies and programmes to ensure the Council meets its statutory duties under equality and disability legislation. You will also promote a culture of accessibility and inclusivity across all services.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the implementation of the Council’s Equality Scheme, Equality Action Plan and Disability Action Plan
2. Provide advice, guidance and training to staff and Elected Members on accessibility, inclusion and equality
3. Oversee Equality Impact Assessments (EQIAs) and Disability Action Plans across Council departments
4. Manage the Council’s Dual Language Signage Policy and support diversity initiatives
5. Build partnerships with the Equality Commission, community groups and accessibility organisations
6. Conduct accessibility and inclus...