Senior Accessibility Specialist

The Crown Prosecution Service is recruiting a senior accessibility specialist across England and Wales.

About the Crown Prosecution Service

At the Crown Prosecution Service, we are responsible for delivering justice through the independent and effective prosecution of crime. As the principal prosecuting authority across England and Wales, the nature and diversity of cases we advise on and prosecute means our work is often emotionally challenging and complex. As such we employ over 7,000 individuals who think objectively, act professionally, show the utmost respect for others and continually strive for excellence.

About the role

As a senior accessibility specialist, you collaborate with teams to ensure that digital accessibility standards are met across the organisation. You lead and support the work of digital accessibility specialists, helping them build more inclusive services. You act as an advocate for digital equity and inclusion across the organisation and other government departments.

About you

We’re looking for someone with experience in digital accessibility or in project management and delivery. A working knowledge of the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018, and the Equality Act 2010, is essential. You must demonstrate a strong commitment to equality and inclusion.

About our benefits

At the Crown Prosecution Service, we pride ourselves on providing benefits that ensure our employees’ needs are central. We want to ensure you can thrive at work and home, offering support to achieve a balance. This includes flexible working hours, flexibility to support caring responsibilities and a family-friendly approach to work. We also offer a range of benefits including:

* flexible and family-friendly working
* competitive salary
* Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 28.9%
* 25 days leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
* 3 days paid volunteering leave
* an extra privilege day for the King’s birthday
* £350 a year individual learning budget
* wellbeing support and counselling
* Cycle2work scheme, high street retailer offers and discounts

If you want to make a positive contribution to society supporting the vital work we do, find out more and apply today.