Graduate Accessibility Tester

As a Graduate Accessibility Tester at our consultancy, your main responsibilities will include collaborating with Agile teams to perform comprehensive accessibility testing on client projects. You'll be conducting both automated and manual testing using assistive technology tools, writing detailed audit reports, and assisting in various stages of project development. This role allows you to actively engage with clients to understand their needs while learning from seasoned professionals in the field.

For the Graduate Accessibility Tester role, we are looking for candidates with a strong degree in any discipline. While prior technical experience is not required, an enthusiasm for accessibility, user-centered design, and technology is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt are also essential for success in this position.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional training and support for our Graduate Accessibility Testers. During your onboarding process, you’ll receive comprehensive training in accessibility testing methodologies and digital design principles. You’ll work closely with senior accessibility specialists who will mentor you as you gain hands-on experience on various projects. Our aim is to help you become confident and skilled in making digital services inclusive.

No prior knowledge of accessibility testing tools is required for the Graduate Accessibility Tester role. However, familiarity with tools such as NVDA, JAWS, or VoiceOver may be beneficial. Our training program is designed to help you grasp the fundamentals of manual accessibility testing and familiarize you with any relevant software as you learn on the job.

As a Graduate Accessibility Tester, you can expect a competitive salary alongside an impressive benefits package. This includes private healthcare insurance, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible work-from-home options, and up to 10 allocated training days each year. Additionally, you'll enjoy a generous discretionary bonus, pension contributions, free gym membership, and a supportive work environment that values your development.

When answering this question, you want to showcase your knowledge of accessibility and its importance in creating inclusive digital experiences for users with disabilities. Mention key concepts such as user interaction with assistive technologies, the principles of universal design, and how accessibility affects user engagement and compliance with regulations.

When responding, choose a specific example that highlights your problem-solving skills. Start by clearly outlining the problem, explaining the steps you took to understand it, and detailing how you implemented a solution. Be sure to reflect on what you learned from the experience and how it relates to your future role as a Graduate Accessibility Tester.

This is your opportunity to share personal insights into your interest in accessibility. Discuss what drives your passion, whether it's ensuring that users with disabilities can access information, engaging with diverse user experiences, or advocating for inclusive design practices. Make sure to tie this back to your motivation for joining the consultancy as a Graduate Accessibility Tester.

When discussing your approach to learning, emphasize your eagerness to embrace new challenges. Highlight methods such as seeking resources online, participating in workshops, asking for mentorship, or collaborating with team members. Your response should convey that you are proactive and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

In your response, outline the basic principles of Agile methodology, which focuses on iterative development and continuous improvement with an emphasis on collaboration. You may also mention specific Agile practices such as Scrum or Kanban and how they can enhance team communication and project delivery within the context of testing and quality assurance.

Reflect on relevant skills or experiences from your background that can translate well into accessibility testing. This could be from coursework, volunteer work, or personal projects that demonstrate your understanding of user-centered design, analytical thinking, or effective communication—traits that lend themselves well to collaborating on accessibility-focused initiatives.

Discuss potential challenges such as staying updated on compliance standards, addressing varied user needs, or adapting testing strategies based on project requirements. Frame your answer by noting how these challenges can be turned into learning opportunities and emphasizing your willingness to tackle them creatively and collaboratively during your time as a Graduate Accessibility Tester.

In your response, outline how effective communication facilitates collaboration and ensures all team members are aligned with project goals. Emphasize that in an Agile environment, continuous feedback and exchanges of ideas are vital for overcoming obstacles, adapting to changes, and ensuring the successful implementation of accessibility features.

To communicate effectively, you might start by defining accessibility testing as the practice of evaluating digital products to ensure they are usable by people with various disabilities. Emphasize the goal of creating inclusive experiences and how this process involves testing websites and applications for compliance with accessibility standards.

Share your personal motivations that drive you toward a career in technology. This could include your enthusiasm for innovation, the desire to make a positive social impact, the dynamic nature of the tech industry, or your passion for problem-solving. Relate these motivations back to the potential impact you'd like to have as a Graduate Accessibility Tester.