WHO ARE WE?

Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work.

They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support Elected student leaders so as they make change, improve lives and fulfil potential, we help make it happen.

The Union of Brunel Students is one of more than 600 students’ unions across the country. And with more than 15,000 members, 150 clubs and societies, a huge range of services and a bold strategy, we’re one of the most exciting. Our vision is to ensure that every student thrives at Brunel.

WHAT’S THE JOB?

The Union of Brunel Students Student Voice team provides democratic services and support for students at Brunel University.  We run democratic events including elections and meetings, provide training and support to full time and voluntary officers and manage a range of other student engagement projects.

You will be helping support officers by taking minutes and notes for regular morning meetings and fortnightly planning sessions.

You will provide admin support to the generalist team on various topics, you will be required to send invitations, create accurate records (including taking minutes) and may occasionally deal with reception duties.

WHO ARE YOU?

You are someone who is looking for a role in a student union, working to support students or interesting in campaigning and democracy. You might be looking for a career, in advocacy or policy, or just keen to use well-honed administrative skills in a new environment.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to be a focussed and engaged administrator often switching between a range of tasks and projects. You will be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle a range of different tasks. You will also bring enthusiasm and a can do attitude to the work place.

WHY APPLY?

Because you’re excited by the challenge!

Because you’re excited by the challenge! The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, creative individuals working to make a difference in unconventional workplaces. In return for your passion and experience we offer the flexibility for work-life balance, a competitive salary for the non-profit sector and excellent holiday allowance. We’re committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability status. We want to support diverse and inclusive work environments and are actively looking for people who share our values.

BENEFITS

We offer a generous benefits package to reward our staff's hard work and commitment:

• Pension Scheme – statutory workplace pension scheme ‘NEST’.
• Generous holiday allowance - 25 days a year plus bank holidays. Additional days are given at Easter and Christmas in line with the University closure dates (usually about 5 additional days a year).
• Long service - 2 additional days leave will be given after 5 years continuous service
• TOTUM Card - All Union career staff are entitled to receive a TOTUM student discount card free of charge.
• Active@Brunel - Free membership to our social sports programme.
• On-site parking – Parking on campus at a low-cost rate.
• Flexible Working - The Union adopts a flexible working environment.
• Personal Development - The Union is fully committed to investing in your future. If you are interested in a training programme which you feel would benefit you within your current position you can submit a training request via your line manager.
• Employee assistance programme

KEY DATES

Application Deadline: Sunday 16th October 2022

Interviews: Wednesday 26th October 2022

Start Date: To be discussed with the successful applicant

OUR VALUES

Our Values are an important factor in The Union of Brunel Students as they drive our decisions.

• Driven by You          
• Open to All
• Passionately positive            
• Integrity     

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

If you’re successful we will contact you for an interview and if you have any questions you can contact George.Blake@brunel.ac.uk

DOWNLOAD THE DOCUMENTS TO APPLY HERE:

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APPLICATION FORM

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES MONITORING FORM

Please send your application digitally to: ubs.recruitment@brunel.ac.uk