Help shape the future of the student experience at Worcester Students' Union

Are you an inspiring leader who believes students should be at the heart of every decision? Do you have the vision to build thriving student communities, champion student voice and lead high-performing teams to make a genuine difference?

Worcester Students' Union is looking for an exceptional Head of Student Engagement to join our Senior Management Team and lead one of the Union's most influential areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape how thousands of students engage with university life, from academic representation and democratic processes to student groups, advice services and community building.

About the role

As Head of Student Engagement, you will provide strategic leadership across our student engagement, representation, insight, advice and student activities functions.

You'll lead an experienced team responsible for:

• Student Voice and democratic engagement
• Academic representation
• Help and Advice
• Student Groups, including societies, sports clubs and Networks
• Student insight, research and impact
• Leadership development and engagement opportunities

Working closely with our elected Officers, the Union’s Senior Management Team, University colleagues and external partners, you'll ensure students influence decisions that affect their lives while creating opportunities for every student to belong, participate and succeed.

This is a role for someone who enjoys thinking strategically while remaining connected to the day-to-day student experience.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience leading teams within Students' Unions, Higher Education, charities or membership organisations
• Is passionate about student voice, engagement and representation
• Can build strong partnerships and influence senior stakeholders
• Uses insight, evidence and data to improve services and demonstrate impact
• Has experience developing strategy and translating it into meaningful action
• Is an inspiring leader who develops others and creates inclusive, high-performing teams
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same

Why join Worcester Students' Union?

This is a chance to join an ambitious organisation at an exciting point in its development. We have recently recruited a new CEO and there is the opportunity to shape the team, not only in terms of the strategic direction but also through recruitment opportunities. 

You'll become part of a collaborative Senior Management Team committed to innovation, partnership and putting students first. You'll have the opportunity to influence institutional decision-making, shape the future direction of the Union and lead services that make a lasting difference to students every day.

Most importantly, you'll help create an outstanding student experience where every Worcester student feels heard, represented and empowered.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're an ambitious leader who is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for students and driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.

Help shape the future of Worcester Students' Union

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Colina Wright, wric5@affiliate.worc.ac.uk

To apply, please fill in the forms below and send them to StudentunionHR@worc.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: Midday 24 July 2026

Interviews will be held on: w/c 10 August 2026

Closing Date: 24 Jul 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £40,000 to £44,000 per annum

Help students find their community

Do you believe that joining a sports club, society or student network can transform a student's university experience? Are you passionate about developing student leaders, building inclusive communities and creating opportunities for students to thrive?

Worcester Students' Union is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Student Groups Coordinator to lead the development and support of our student-led communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside passionate student leaders, helping them create vibrant, inclusive and engaging opportunities that enhance the student experience beyond the classroom.

About the role

As Student Groups Coordinator, you'll support and develop our student-led sports teams, societies and Networks, empowering committees to deliver outstanding activities while ensuring they have the knowledge, confidence and resources to succeed.

You'll work with elected Officers, University colleagues and student volunteers to grow participation, strengthen student leadership and create a sense of belonging for students from every background.

Whether you're supporting a brand-new society, helping organise Welcome events, delivering leadership training or celebrating student achievements, you'll play a vital role in shaping campus life.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about student communities, volunteering and leadership development, enjoys supporting others to develop their confidence and leadership potential and can confidently build relationships with students, staff and external partners.

Experience within Higher Education or Students' Unions would be advantageous, but we also welcome applicants with transferable experience from the charity, voluntary, sport, youth or community sectors.

Why join Worcester Students' Union?

At Worcester Students' Union, we believe that getting involved transforms the student experience.

You'll join a supportive and ambitious team dedicated to creating opportunities that help students develop lifelong friendships, valuable leadership skills and unforgettable university memories.

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the future of student life while supporting hundreds of student leaders to make a lasting impact across our campus community.

Ready to inspire student communities?

If you're excited by the opportunity to empower students, develop future leaders and help create an outstanding student experience, we'd love to hear from you.

For further information about the role please contact Sophie Smith on sophie.smith2@worc.ac.uk

To apply, please fill in the forms below and send them to StudentunionHR@worc.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: Midday 30 July 2026

Interviews will be held on: w/c 17 August 2026

Closing Date: 30 Jul 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £27,000 per annum

Make student voices count

Do you believe every student deserves to be heard? Are you passionate about using insight, evidence and engagement to create positive change?

Worcester Students' Union is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Student Voice and Insight Coordinator to help ensure students shape every aspect of their university experience.

This is a rewarding role where you'll work directly with elected Student Officers, student representatives and University colleagues to strengthen student voice, support democratic engagement and turn student feedback into meaningful action.

About the role

You'll play a central role in developing and delivering the Students' Union's representation and student insight activities.

From recruiting and training Course and Department Representatives to analysing student feedback, supporting elections and helping Officers deliver impactful campaigns, no two days will be the same.

You'll be responsible for ensuring students' opinions are heard, understood and acted upon, whilst helping to build an engaged and representative student community.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about student voice, representation and creating positive change and can build positive relationships with students, staff and external stakeholders

Experience within Higher Education, Students' Unions, charities or community engagement is desirable, but we're equally interested in candidates with transferable skills and a genuine passion for empowering others.

Why join Worcester Students' Union?

At Worcester Students' Union, you'll join a friendly, supportive team that is committed to improving students' lives.

You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference every day—helping students influence decisions, supporting student leaders to succeed and ensuring the student voice is at the heart of everything we do.

If you're motivated by collaboration, innovation and creating opportunities for others, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to make an impact?

Help us ensure every Worcester student has the opportunity to be heard, represented and empowered.

For further information about the role please contact Colina Wright on wric5@affiliate.worc.ac.uk

To apply, please fill in the forms below and send them to StudentunionHR@worc.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: Midday 30 July 2026

Interviews will be held on: w/c 17 August 2026

Closing Date: 30 Jul 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £27,000 per annum