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Shape the future of student life at Sunderland Students' Union and come work with us.

With over 25,000 students to support across the University of Sunderland campuses, our values of passion, integrity, empowerment, success, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Recognised with the 'Investors in Diversity' award, we champion fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement. If you're passionate about student needs, fairness, and innovation, join our team and make a real difference.

Together, we'll create an exceptional student experience!

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Katherine Cooper - Chief Executive Officer

"Here at Your SU, we are driven by our passion to support our diverse student body in championing change. Our strategy is designed to deliver an exceptional student experience while promoting inclusivity at every step. We value flexible working arrangements that hold the wellbeing and personal lives of our team members in high regard.

Join us on this exciting journey as we come together to create a positive impact and shape a brighter future for our students."

Current Vacancies

Student Voice Representative – London

Payment: Voluntary position. A £450 stipend is available, subject to successful completion of the role’s responsibilities.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 1st November, 11:59 pm

Interviews: Round 1 (week commencing 26th October) – Round 2 (week commencing 16th November)

Please click ‘About the role’ to view the role information and application details.

Student Voice Representatives (SVRs) play an important role in improving the academic experience at the University of Sunderland in London. They listen to students, collect feedback about their courses and represent students’ views to University staff and Sunderland Students’ Union.

SVRs provide an important link between students, the University and Sunderland Students’ Union. They work with students and staff to raise academic concerns, communicate feedback and help identify possible improvements to the student experience.

The role also provides an opportunity to develop valuable communication, leadership, teamwork and representation skills while making a positive difference to your course and the wider London Campus community.

We are currently recruiting Student Voice Representatives for the following course areas:

  • MBA and International Business Management
  • Undergraduate Business
  • Project Management and Engineering Management
  • Nursing and Public Health

Key responsibilities

  • Gather feedback from students about their course.
  • Represent students’ views at relevant meetings.
  • Communicate updates and outcomes to students.
  • Work with University staff and the Students’ Union to improve the student experience.
  • Encourage students to share their ideas, concerns and suggestions.

Successful Student Voice Representatives will receive training and support throughout the role.

How to apply

To apply, please download and complete the Student Voice Representative Application Form.

Once completed, email your application form to londonsu@sunderland.ac.uk.

Please ensure that all sections of the application form are completed before submitting it. CVs and covering letters are not required.

Benefits of working with us

6% Company Pension Contribution

Death in service benefit

45 Annual leave days, including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure

Enhance maternity pay

Paid sick leave

20% Off SU Merchandise

Access to Student Discounts

Via TOTUM (£14.99/year), Studentbeans and Unidays

Student Discounts on Spotify and Amazon Prime

Metro Pass payable monthly

20 Hours volunteer allowance

Flexible working

Compassionate leave

Medicash health plan