Manager, Inclusion Services - Southern Cross University
Employment information: Full time, continuing (permanent); $124,379 - 137,149 plus 17% super
Southern Cross University is seeking an experienced disability and allied health professional to lead their Inclusion Support function and strengthen how they support students to participate and succeed in their studies.
This newly created leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the future of inclusion services across three campuses. You will lead a team of allied health professionals and Inclusion specialists, alongside a casual support workforce, overseeing complex student matters while driving significant improvements to service delivery, systems and processes.
You will make an impact by:
- Leading and developing a multidisciplinary Inclusion Support team
- Strengthening reasonable adjustments, accessibility and inclusive practice
- Driving service improvements, governance and operational frameworks
- Leading Disability Inclusion Action Plan initiatives and service transformation
- Using data and insights to improve service quality and student outcomes
What you will bring
You'll be an experienced health or allied health professional with strong disability expertise and a track record of leading teams in complex, high-demand service environments.
You combine sound professional judgement with strategic thinking, understanding how to balance individual student needs, legislative obligations and sustainable service delivery. You're confident managing sensitive matters, guiding professional practice and influencing stakeholders across different disciplines.
Importantly, you'll bring the initiative to challenge existing processes, develop practical solutions and lead meaningful change. You'll be comfortable working with data, improving systems and building team capability, with the confidence to take ownership and make decisions.
To succeed in this role, you will also need:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications, with current professional registration highly desirable
- Demonstrated disability expertise, including assessments and support planning
- Proven leadership experience in complex clinical or support environments
- Experience in project and program management, service improvement and governance
- Strong stakeholder engagement, reporting and evidence-informed decision making
Applications close: Friday 27 November 2026
