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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.

Student Voice Coordinator (Student Representation & Change)

Salary
From £24,050 (subject to TAX, NI and if applicable pension contributions)
Contract
Permanent, subject to a six-month probationay period
Hours
37 hr working week
Location
Kedleston Road (with regular travel to other sites when required)

This role focuses on supporting Student Representatives, and our newly created Student Leader and Student Organiser roles. Student Leaders are voluntary positions that will lead Student Communities. Student Organisers are paid, part-time, roles who will help to create and build Student Communities; hosting events and promoting recruitment. These roles are new to the Union of Students but are starting to pop up in Unions across the sector.

The Voice Coordinator role is to help recruit and train, and help support, these individuals; empowering them to be strong Leaders and passionate change-makers. You will be supporting them in running campaigns on issues that matter to student Communities, and therefore would be assisting them in their endeavour to make real and impactful change.

  • The deadline for applications is 12.00pm Friday 8th August 2025.
  • Interviews will be held 11th/12th August 2025.

Blends Barista

Salary
From £10.00 plus holiday pay (or national living wage for 21 and over)
Contract
Fixed Term
Hours
Part-time, Up to 20 hours per week
Location
Across University sites: Kedleston Rd, Cavendish Building, Markeaton St

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 all Union outlets, to be responsible for opening and closing the outlets, and completing all routine organisational checks and paperwork as required. To promote a positive and professional image of the Union of Students to its members, customers, and stakeholders at all times.

  • The deadline for applications is Wednesday 27th August 2025.
  • Interviews will be held 1st/2nd September 2025.
  • Training for successful candidates will be held 8th September 2025.

Catering Assistant

Salary
From £10.00 plus holiday pay (or national living wage for 21 and over)
Contract
Fixed Term
Hours
Part-time, Up to 20 hours per week
Location
Kedleston Rd

The main purpose of the role is to work as a part of the catering team to ensure that the Union’s catering outlets run smoothly and to a high standard. To provide high quality food and memorable customer service to all customers. To maintain cleanliness and to complete all necessary checks and paperwork. 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 deadline for applications is Wednesday 27th August 2025.
  • Interviews will be held 1st/2nd September 2025.
  • Training for successful candidates will be held 8th September 2025.