Are you passionate about supporting students to gain confidence and valuable work experience during university? We’re looking for motivated JobShop Assistants to join our team at Manchester Students’ Union.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Hosting JobClub drop-in sessions every other Wednesday, helping students with CVs, job searches, and employment advice
- Planning and running 1-2 events or workshops per month, on topics like employment rights and boosting employability
- Promoting part-time job opportunities and employability tips via social media (Instagram & LinkedIn)
- Sourcing and vetting jobs to ensure students access quality, fairly-paid opportunities
- Build and maintain positive relationships with organisations to secure student-friendly roles
- Ensure vacancies meet our standards for fair pay, inclusivity, and quality
- Act as a key point of communication between students and employers where needed
- Using feedback and data to ensure our service is accessible and relevant to students, especially those underrepresented in part-time work
What We’re Looking For:
- A current student at UoM, MMU or UoS graduating in 2027 or later
- Someone proactive, organised, and passionate about helping other students succeed
- The opportunity to develop skills in employability, partnerships, and service delivery
- Social media savvy, confident in delivering workshops and events (or wants experience in this)
- Knowledgeable (or keen to learn) about student employment rights and issues
Why Work With Us?
- Flexible hours to fit around your studies
- A supportive and values-led workplace
- The chance to build confidence, communication and leadership skills
- Great Staff benefits
Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment.
Details
Wage: £13.45 per hour + holiday pay
Contract: Zero Hours, Fixed-Term until 31st July 2027
Location: Manchester Students’ Union (with some remote working options)
Hours: Approx. 10-12 hours per month | Every other Wednesday 1pm–3pm (term-time)
Eligibility: To apply, you must be eligible to work in the UK at the start of employment and currently studying at UoM, MMU or UoS, graduating in 2026 or later.
Recruitment Timeline
Applications opened: 11/05/2026
Applications close: 07/06/2026 23:59 pm
Interviews: 15/06/2026 & 16/06/2026
Role Commencing: 22/06/2026
We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Once the vacancy has closed, we’re unable to accept late applications to ensure a fair process for all candidates.
Once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to make any further changes. Please ensure you are happy with your responses before submitting.
