Access Advisor

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Infrastructure Team within the LCRCA and contribute to the delivery of a modern, integrated and publicly owned transport system for the Liverpool City Region.

Investment in the city regions transport network is at a record high, and we need great people to design and build transport infrastructure in support of this ‘step change’. In this role you will be responsible for offering support and guidance on equalities and accessibility issues across the broad range of Transport Infrastructure Programmes projects and services. You will take responsibility for ensuring that guidelines relating to the latest equalities legislation are being adhered to in design and through delivery, and where possible boundaries are being pushed to provide access for all. Working as part of a wider team, you will ensure that the latest thinking and innovation around providing high quality access for all is an intrinsic part of the following projects and services.

• • Delivery of the bus and rail capital programmes
• • Delivery of the Tunnels and Ferries capital programme
• • Bus stop infrastructure design

You will be responsible for reviewing and keeping up to date with relevant legislation and also providing equalities advice in respect of the Authority’s buildings and estate. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all guidance and advisory documents relating to equalities legislation and accessibility are captured and recorded for use in the design and construction of the various infrastructure projects and services being delivered by Transport Infrastructure Programmes and the wider LCRCA organisation.

About the person

We are keen to hear from people with a background and experience in delivering access advice in a transport environment. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for ensuring the region continues to benefit from high quality accessible infrastructure and want to encourage greater and safer use of the region’s public transport network.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.

1. A level 6 qualification in a relevant subject, or demonstrable and substantial relevant experience.

2. Knowledge and understanding of necessary standards, procedures and processes relating to the Equality Act 2010.

3. Experience of undertaking Access Audits, preferably in a transport-related environment.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• • Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• • Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• • Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• • Flexible and hybrid working
• • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• • Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• • Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• • Bike to Work Scheme
• • Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member or a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa