Join Our Team

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 

Salary: Voluntary position. An honorarium of £1,800 paid in three instalments throughout the year

Closing date for applications: Monday 6 October 2025, at 12 noon.

Interviews: 14-16 October (online via Microsoft Teams)

Please click below to read more about the role and view the application documents.

The Student Voice Representative is a volunteer role that serves as a vital link between students, Sunderland Students' Union and the University. You'll have the unique opportunity to work closely with key stakeholders to enhance the quality of education and the overall student experience. This role offers you an invaluable platform to advocate for change and to develop your professional skills, furthering your employability.

We are looking for Student Voice Representatives for the following Schools: 

  • Art and Design x2
  • Engineering
  • Education x2
  • Health Sciences (including Biosciences)
  • Social Sciences (PG)
  • Social Sciences (UG)
  • Media and Comms
  • Medicine (1st or 2nd year)
  • Degree Apprenticeships (please see separate role description)

 

How to apply:

Please note that you must be a student at the University of Sunderland for the academic year 25/26 to apply for this role. You cannot apply for this role if you graduate in the winter of 2025. To express an interest in this role, please view the job/role description for further details and provide the following:

Please download and complete the below Application and EDI Monitoring Forms, then complete your application by clicking the 'Apply here' button.

Application Form and Role Description.

Application Form and Role Description for Degree Apprenticeship role

EDI Form.

 

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), Student Beans and Unidays (both free)

Student Discounts on Spotify and Amazon Prime

Metro Pass payable monthly

20 Hours volunteer allowance

Flexible working

Compassionate leave

Medicash health plan