Work for us
We are proud of being a progressive employer. Our aim is to be a great place to work, where we support individual training and learning and create a positive work environment where staff are supported and encouraged to do their best.
We are an independent charity that exists to represent the needs and views of all 15,000 plus students at the University of Chester.
Our vision is that our members will have the best possible experience for them at the University of Chester. To enable this to happen we are VOCAL:
- Voice: We are unwavering in our dedication to placing our members at the heart of university and broader decision-making processes, ensuring that their voices are heard and valued;
- Opportunities: We enable opportunities that empower our members to take the lead, participate actively, and achieve success, being a critical part of UoC’s Citizen Student Strategy;
- Community: We facilitate a sense of belonging among our members, encouraging connections, and fostering engagement between our diverse communities;
- Advice: We provide timely and appropriate academic guidance to empower our members to achieve academic success; and,
- Led: by our members. We prioritise the input and leadership of our members in shaping our activities and decisions.
Volunteer Vacancies
Lay Trustee
We are looking for experienced people to join our Board of Trustees to support Chester Students' Unions long term development, from an organisation emerging from a period of change and turnaround, to organisational stability and potential growth for the future. We are crucially looking for people with experiences in Governance, Strategic Thinking, FInance and HR from a range of backgrounds. Awareness of the Charity, Higher Education and Students' Unions is advantageous.
Due to the number of trustees required we will conclude the recruitment upon appointment of sufficient candidates. For full details and how to apply, view the opportunity pack here:
Career Staff Vacancies
Student Voice Coordinator
Are you ready to ignite change and champion student voices at our University? If you're passionate about amplifying the student voice and dedicated to fostering meaningful empowerment, our Student Voice Coordinator role awaits you.
Join our dynamic Voice team and be at the forefront of shaping the student experience. Your enthusiasm and dedication will drive the enhancement of our student representation schemes, ensuring they are not only robust but also inclusive and transparent.
As a crucial link between students, SU colleagues, and university staff, your exceptional communication skills and facilitation expertise will be essential in building strong, effective relationships. Together, let's create a vibrant community where every voice matters and every student is empowered to make a difference. Find out more and how to apply through the job pack below.
Student Voice Coordinator Job Pack
Student Staff Vacancies
There are currently no vacancies.
Diversity Monitoring
Please don't forget to fill in our recruitment diversity monitoring form. This helps us review how we undertake recruitment and ensures we become a better recruiter of people from diverse backgrounds. This is vitally important to us; thanks in advance for your help.
