Equality & Disability
Equality of Opportunity
The College is committed to ensuring there is equality of access to employment and career progression through the operation of the following policies:
- Equality Policy
- Code of Practice applying to the Employment of People with Disabilities in Trinity College Dublin
- Council Guidance on Nominating Committees - Lecturer Appointments
- Employment Equality Policy for Nominating Committees
Supportive Work Environment
Creating a supportive work environment is essential to promoting the employment of people with disabilities and to providing equal participation and career development. This endeavour is undertaken collaboratively between managers, staff with disabilities, other colleagues and relevant stakeholders. The College guidelines on the Code of Practice applying to the Employment of People with Disabilities in Trinity College Dublin outline some steps managers and staff may take to help create a supportive environment.
For more information please contact the College Disability Service
Support for Staff with Disabilities
Trinity is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible working environment for disabled staff. The Disability Service offers dedicated supports for staff with disabilities, including disability needs assessments, advice on reasonable accommodations, assistive technology, ergonomic supports, and guidance on workplace adjustments. Staff can also access support through the Staff Disability Liaison Officer, who works collaboratively with Human Resources, managers, and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Office to help ensure an equitable employment experience for disabled staff. For more information, visit the Staff with a Disability webpage or contact staffdisabilitysupport@tcd.ie.
Irish Sign Language Translations of HR Information
See Irish Sign Language (ISL) videos throughout the HR website and quick links on our ISL page.
Accessing our service
Our HR Service Centre is located on 2nd floor, Trinity Central, 152-160 Pearse Street.
Our opening hours are 9.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday.
Information can also be sought via email on hr@tcd.ie or call us on 01 896 3333.
Our staff have experience of working with interpreters to assist members of the College Community during face to face meetings. As you may be aware interpreters need to be booked in advance of meetings.