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Inclusion London is a leading disability equality organisation run by and for Deaf and Disabled people. We have built a national reputation for effective policy and campaign work and for providing innovative business and organisational support to local Deaf and Disabled people’s organisations (DDPOs) in London. Our mission is nothing less than full equality and inclusion for Deaf and Disabled people, with our communities leading the change we need to see.

About the role

We have an exciting position for someone who wants to build a career in policy and campaigns. You will play a vital role in promoting Deaf and Disabled people’s rights to local and national decision-makers and raising awareness of the structural inequalities facing the Deaf and Disabled community in London and the UK.

You will be eager to support DDPOs to secure policy change at local and national government levels. You will do this by analysing national and local policy developments that affect Deaf and Disabled people’s lives, gathering evidence, drafting policy papers and briefings, and coordinating DDPOs to work together to design and implement influencing strategies.

The role will focus on campaigning to secure affordable accessible housing for all Deaf and Disabled Londoners.

You will receive regular support from colleagues to develop your knowledge and skills across a range of policy areas.

About you

• Are you passionate about social justice and promoting Deaf and Disabled people’s rights?
• Do you have experience of working in policy or producing social policy research and analysis, whether through work, activism, or academia? Do you have good campaigning and influencing skills that you want to develop and use to bring about tangible social change?

Then this job might be for you! This role will give you the chance to work across a range of policy and campaigning disciplines, including media, activism, lobbying, research, and peer support, to make a real difference to the lives of thousands of Deaf and Disabled people in London and the rest of England.

IL is committed to equality, diversity and human rights. As a DDPO, we welcome applications from all Deaf and Disabled people, especially those from Black and racially minoritised communities and the LGBTQI+ community.

What we offer

We know our organisation flourishes because of our committed staff. We value initiative and will encourage and support you to develop your talents and skills, including accessing relevant training. You will learn a lot on the job and will be supported by senior colleagues to develop your skills. We provide a flexible working environment to enable our employees to enhance their personal and professional development.

We support flexible and hybrid working, with a combination of home and office working at our fully accessible office in Vauxhall.Staff are expected to work from our fully accessible office in Vauxhall for part of the week and attend in-person meetings, events and outreach activities across London as required, including engagement with DDPOs and other stakeholders. 

To apply

• Please click here Policy and Campaigns Officer (Housing) at Inclusion London - Inclusion London more information about the role and how to apply including BSL videos.
• Closing date for applications: 23.30pm, Tuesday 24 November 2026
• Interviews will take place, in person on: Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 December 2026

Please note: This role is for residents of the UK with permanent right to work status.