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We are a value driven organisation, existing to meet the needs of our members who are students at the University of Derby. Every University is required to have a Students’ Union by virtue of the 1994 Education Act, the broad objective for each Union is to represent the needs of students to the University, provide (where relevant) welfare services, ensure there are opportunities to play sport and engage on recreational activities, and to run free and fair elections for our own governance.

We have a team of up to 35 permanent employees and up to 50+ part-time student employees all of whom play a key role in delivering a wide range of activities and support services for students. We provide a high level of student representation at the University via our four full time elected Officer Trustees: President, Vice President (Activities), Vice President (Education) and Vice President (Welfare).

Current Vacancies

We currently have no open vacancies, please check back later.

Membership Admin Assistant

Contract
Fixed Term, ending 30th June 2026
Hours of Work
Term Time only, 8 hours per week / Monday–Friday / these hours will fit with your studies
Salary
National Minimum Wage per hour and if applicable subject to TAX & NI contribution
Location
Kedleston Road (with travel to other Derby sites, as and when required)
Applications close
15th October 2025

To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Communities and Voice teams, ensuring the smooth coordination of student-led activities and representation. This includes organising meetings and events, maintaining accurate records and databases, supporting communications with student leaders and communities, and assisting with key processes such as elections, training sessions, and community events. The role also provides administrative support for the Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) scheme, helping to ensure its effective delivery as part of a wider effort to enhance the student experience.

Blends Coffee Shop Team Leader

Contract
Full time (subject to a 6-month probationary period)
Hours of Work
37 hours a week
Salary
£24,050
Location
Cavendish Building and Kedleston Road, Derby
Applications close
23rd October 2025

The main purpose of the role is to provide high quality customer care and service to ensure that all customers are served food and beverages efficiently and in a timely manner. To uphold and maintain the cleanliness of the Venues, and to complete all routine organisational checks and paperwork as required, whist supervising the team of student staff whist on shift. To promote a positive and professional image of the Union to its members, customers, stakeholders and other external people and to positively contribute to the organisations ethical & environmental ethos. The role will predominantly be located at our Cavendish, and Kedleston Road Campus, however flexibility across all our outlets will be expected throughout the academic year.

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