Accessibility Manager

Help Us Shape the Future of the Commonwealth Games – Glasgow 2026! 

The journey to Glasgow 2026 starts now – and we want YOU to be part of it! Get ready for a brilliant new era for the Commonwealth Games, blending world-class sport with a sustainable, future-focused vision.

In under 70 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion.

Glasgow 2026 is set to revolutionise the Games with a bold experience that reflects the city’s resilience and innovation. This is more than just an event; it’s a movement – a celebration of unity, equality and sporting excellence. A movement that will not only deliver a world-class sporting experience, but will also create a lasting legacy, maximising social and economic benefits for the city and the Commonwealth.

The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will feature the largest ever Para sport programme, with inclusion and accessibility at the heart of the Games experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something historic. 

If you’re passionate about accessibility, inclusion and creating exceptional experiences for all audiences, then Glasgow 2026 wants you.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accessibility Manager to join the Glasgow 2026 Accessibility & Sustainability team, supporting the delivery of inclusive and accessible experiences across Non-Competition Venues throughout the Games. Working closely with internal teams, partners and stakeholders, you’ll help ensure accessibility is designed into every stage of planning and operational delivery, contributing to a Games experience where everyone feels welcome and supported. 

Operating across hotels, transport hubs, Live Sites, spectator plazas and wider city activation programmes, you’ll provide specialist accessibility guidance and practical operational support to help shape inclusive environments for athletes, workforce, spectators and visitors. Collaboration will sit at the heart of the role as you work alongside functional areas, delivery partners, contractors and lived-experience advisors to help ensure accessibility standards are embedded across Games operations and experiences. 

Alongside supporting venue planning and operational readiness, you’ll contribute to accessibility reviews, spectator information, workforce awareness and Games-time operations across multiple locations. A strong focus will be placed on creating meaningful and lasting impact, helping Glasgow 2026 leave a positive accessibility legacy for the city and future Commonwealth Games hosts. 

Job Summary

Joining Glasgow 2026 as Accessibility Manager offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering one of the most inclusive Commonwealth Games ever staged. Strong collaboration, communication and stakeholder management skills will be essential as you support accessibility planning and operational delivery across a wide range of Games environments and programmes.

Day-to-day responsibilities will involve working closely with disabled people’s organisations, operational teams, venue stakeholders and external partners to help ensure accessibility considerations are fully integrated into Games planning and delivery. Supporting accessibility assurance, reviewing operational plans and helping identify practical solutions to accessibility challenges will form an important part of the role within a fast-paced and evolving environment. 

Success in this role will come from building trusted relationships, remaining solutions-focused under pressure and bringing a proactive and inclusive mindset to every aspect of delivery. Experience within accessibility, major events, public realm, hospitality, cultural programmes or venue operations will help you thrive, alongside the ability to translate accessibility requirements into practical and meaningful operational outcomes. Most importantly, this role offers the opportunity to help create a welcoming, accessible and Altogether Brilliant Games experience for everyone visiting Glasgow 2026. 

Key Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone with practical experience working within an accessibility-focused role, ideally across major events, venues, festivals, hospitality or public-facing environments. Strong knowledge of UK accessibility legislation and inclusive design principles will be important, alongside experience engaging meaningfully with disabled people, disabled people’s organisations and lived-experience advisors to help shape inclusive solutions. 

Confidence providing accessibility guidance across venues, transport, spectator environments and customer experiences will help you succeed in this role, alongside the ability to interpret complex accessibility requirements and communicate them clearly to operational teams, contractors and stakeholders. Experience supporting access audits, accessibility assurance or operational reviews across temporary or permanent environments would be highly beneficial. 

Excellent communication and influencing skills will be essential, particularly when working across multiple functional areas and managing competing priorities within a fast-paced Games environment. A collaborative, adaptable and solutions-focused approach, combined with a strong commitment to inclusion, equity and respect, will help you make a lasting impact within the Glasgow 2026 team. 

Why Glasgow 2026?

Joining the Glasgow 2026 team means being part of something extraordinary. As we embark on this exciting journey, we’re not just planning an event – we’re creating a new legacy for Glasgow and the Commonwealth. This is an opportunity to shape the future of major sporting events, bringing the world together for 11 days of unforgettable competition and culture.

We’re looking for passionate, organised and driven people who are excited to roll up their sleeves and be part of an inclusive, forward-thinking and sustainable Games. This is your chance to help set the new standard for global events while contributing to the city’s rich sporting legacy.

Salary:  Starting salary is from £46,350. Salary offered will be based on demonstrated skills and experience related to this role.

How to Apply

At Glasgow 2026, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you need assistance with your application, our Recruitment Team is here to support you with any reasonable adjustments.

Please note that candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK, which we request is confirmed as part of the application process. This is a mandatory requirement for consideration of the role.

The closing date is 31st May 2026.