Academic Coordinator

Academic Representation Coordinator (Fixed Term, 12 Months)

£25,809 gross per annum, 35.5 hours per week

Organisation:

This role is part of the Student Voice & Representation department working collectively with colleagues delivering the Guild’s representation, democracy, policy and campaigns work. The Student Voice & Representation Team is part of the Community & Representation Directorate.

Job Purpose:

The Academic Representation Coordinator role is to support delivery of the Student Voice & Representation departmental plan. We expect Coordinators to help to create an inclusive and engaging environment for all. The role is required:

To work as part of a team responsible for the delivery of the Student Representation System, ensuring that representation services are successful, engaging and viable services for students at the University of Birmingham.

To deliver activities to promote and support student representation at the University of Birmingham.

Success in the role will require a highly student and customer focused approach together with an emphasis on teamwork. The role involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a positive ambassador for the Guild and facilitating under-represented groups to find a comfortable place here. Supporting a culture of ambitious targets and a positive team spirit are also key.

We offer great benefits including:

• 5 days close down during Christmas, and 2 during Easter each year, in addition to bank holidays and 21 days annual leave, rising to 26 days after 5 years’ service (meaning you will not work during Christmas, New Year or Easter).
• Full sick pay from the moment you start working for us.
• A comprehensive suite of basic training for all employees which includes Equality & Diversity, Mental Health Awareness and Data Protection.
• Discounted membership rates at University of Birmingham Sport & Fitness.
• The opportunity for new staff to join the NEST pension scheme. The Guild contributes a matched payment of between 4-6% of your salary.
• A range of wellbeing benefits.

The Guild of Students is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all members of the community.