It Support
Posted Today by SW Locums
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Nationwide
Summary: SW Locums is seeking remote workers for an IT assessment project focused on accessibility for individuals with hand tremors. The role requires candidates with a documented diagnosis of hand tremors and involves providing feedback on keyboard navigation of selected websites. This is a part-time, project-based position with a 6-month initial contract and the possibility of extension based on performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Survey keyboard navigation and assess website accessibility.
- Participate in accessibility feedback sessions.
- Provide feedback on user experience without the use of a mouse.
- Complete tasks such as navigating menus, filling out forms, and selecting options.
- Share honest responses regarding usability and difficulties encountered.
- Provide written or recorded feedback based on tasks completed.
Key Skills:
- Documented diagnosis of hand tremors.
- Ability to work independently on a computer and keyboard.
- Clear communication skills in English.
- UK residency and right to work in the UK.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
SW Locums are seeking to recruit a team of remote workers to work on an IT assessment project for our exclusive client.
Essential Criteria:
This role exclusively applies to workers who have a documented diagnosis of hand tremors (including essential tremor) and have lived experience of hand tremors / essential tremor.
If you do not meet this requirement, please do not apply.
If you know anybody who does meet this requirement, we would be grateful if you could share the opportunity with them and ask them to contact us.
6 month initial contract, with a view to extending based upon performance.
Fully remote, flexitime working.
The work is project/sessional so will be paid per session/task on a part-time basis (further details to be supplied at interview stage).
We require candidates who:
- Hold UK right to work.
- Live in the UK and are a UK resident.
- Have the ability and have access to their own computer and keyboard independently.
- Can clearly communicate and provide clear feedback in English.
Applicants will be required to provide evidence of eligibility as part of the application process.
The role will be centred around surveying the keyboard navigation and how selected websites facilitate accessibility.
Successful candidates will take part in accessibility feedback sessions.
Assessments will include the gathering of feedback to help improve accessibility for people who may find mouse use difficult.
No technical experience is required — we’re looking for real user experience and honest feedback.
If selected to participate you will:
- Use websites on your own laptop/desktop.
- Navigate using a keyboard (no mouse).
- Try everyday tasks such as moving through menus and buttons, completing forms, selecting options/checkboxes, and switching between fields.
- Share your honest response on what works well and what is difficult.
- Provide short written feedback (or quick recorded feedback depending on the task).
Participants are paid for their time for each completed assessment.
Depending on eligibility and the type of website being reviewed, participants may have the option to take part in a separate compensation process.
Participation is entirely optional, and further details will be shared with eligible participants.
SW Locums are committed to inclusive and accessible working practices.
Any information shared during the application process will be treated respectfully and in the strictest confidence.