Jobs
We aim to create an awesome experience for our members, and we need your help to do it. If you are the sort of person that thrives in thinking creatively, is passionate and ambitious, we want applications from you.
Are you seeking a workplace where innovation meets impact, and your creativity finds its home? Look no further! Here at UOS SU, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic environment where every day brings fresh challenges and exciting opportunities. Rooted in our mission to improve the student experience, we are driven, passionate, and always ready to embrace new talents.
So, if you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey, where your skills find purpose and your ambitions find direction, we invite you to explore our current vacancies. Join us, and let's create something extraordinary together!
Should anyone need an informal chat about the positions advertised, please contact the team at su@uos.ac.uk.
Current opportunities - student staff
Working for your Students’ Union is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of a supportive team, gain real experience, and make a difference to student life at UOS.
✨ Flexible hours to fit around your studies
✨ £12.21 per hour
✨ A fun, friendly and inclusive workplace
✨ Opportunities to build your CV and develop skills
✨ The chance to meet new people and shape the student experience
✨ All positions are open to current UOS students only.
📅 Applications close: 10am, Thursday 11 September
💼 Interviews held: Monday 15 September
Ready to work with us?
- ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT
- DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
- FRONT OF HOUSE ASSISTANT
Read the Job Description for the role you are interested in, and send your CV (including your current course and year) and a covering letter explaining how your experience would make you right for the job. Email everything to su@uos.ac.uk
Send your CV (including your current course and year), and a 15 - 30 second Instagram Reel or TikTok, or other creative product, promoting why students should join a Students’ Union society at university. It should:
- Be fun, authentic, and student-focused.
- Highlight the benefits of societies (eg making friends, learning new skills, having fun).
- Use a creative style (voiceover, text on screen, trending audio, or your own twist).
Email everything to su@uos.ac.uk
Student Activities Assistant
Get involved in student life and help others make the most of their time at UOS. You’ll promote sports, societies and activities, support student leaders, and help events run smoothly. From creating social posts to welcoming students at drop-ins, every day is different. Build skills, meet people, and make a real impact as part of the SU team.
Digital Communications Assistant
Be the link between ideas and delivery in the SU’s digital world. You’ll help plan, schedule and coordinate content, making sure posts align with campaigns and go out on time. Working closely with the Communications Manager and Student Content Creators, you’ll play a key role in keeping our digital communications running smoothly.
Front of House Assistant
Be the friendly face of the SU. You’ll welcome students and visitors, support the SU Shop and Social Space, assist with events, and provide day-to-day admin support. It’s a varied, student-facing role that keeps the SU running smoothly and helps deliver great services to the student community.
Student Content Creator
Use your creativity to showcase student life and SU campaigns. You’ll make videos, social posts, photos and blogs that connect with your peers, while building your portfolio and skills in digital media. This flexible, project-based role is perfect for fitting around your studies and gaining real-world experience.
WHY SHOULD i WORK FOR THE university of suffolk students' union?
Career Staff
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Competitive pension schemes with employer contributions
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Generous holiday entitlement with additional time off at Christmas
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Flexible/ hybrid working arrangements
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A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
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Free eyecare tests
Student staff
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Fun, flexible work that fits around your course and life
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Opportunities to develop your CV and further your experience