Welcome to our Recruitment page!
Thanks for your interest in working and / or volunteering with UWS Students’ Union. We currently have the following vacancies below:
- Candidate Approval Committee member
- Student Representation and Engagement Assistant (London)
- Student Network Representatives
This roles play an important part in shaping the future of the Students’ Union, particularly as we implement new democratic structures and develop our next Strategic Plan.
Candidate Approval Committee Member
UWS Students’ Union is seeking new members for our Candidate Approval Committee.
As part of our new Student Voice System, UWS has introduced a number of elected posts for students to stand for. Before any student can stand in an election they must be assessed by the Candidate Approval Committee to ensure they meet the essential criteria for the roles.
About the role
As a Committee member, you will ask agreed questions, listen carefully and assess each potential candidate fairly against the published criteria. You will work with other Committee members to reach clear,m evidence-based decisions while treating candidates respectfully and maintaining confidentiality.
You will work alongside other committee members to:
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Assess potential candidates fairly and consistently againsted the published criteria.
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Contribute to evidence based decisions in accordance with our agreed process.
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Record clear reasons for decisions in accordance with the agreed processes.
Who we’re looking for
We're looking for current UWS students who are not involved in any way with the upcoming election. This means that the prospective candidate will not be planning to run for any of the positions that the Committee is looking at, nor will they be part of anyone elses campaign team.
The current UWS students should also be free to attende our training on the 9th October and also be free to interview election candidates the w/b 12th October 2026.
Full training will be given.
How to Apply
To apply, download the CAC application pack and complete both the online application form at this link, and the diversity monitoring online form here.
Interviews for the position will take place on Monday 5th October 2026.
If you would like to discuss the role, please email us at the address below:
📧 recruitment@uwsunion.org.uk
Please note we cannot accept CVs as part of the recruitment process.
Student Representation & Engagement Assistant (London)
About the Role:
The Student Representation & Engagement Assistant (London) will help strengthen the Student Union's prescence at UWS London and ensure that students have more opportunities to connect, participate and shape their university experience.
The sucessfull candidate will build relationships with students, class reps and societies and help support activities and events. They will also help students understand how the Union can support them and signpost to our relevant services.
Who we're looking for:
This role will suit any student who is confident in public speaking and passionate about student engagement and representation. Ideally you'll have some experience of being a rep, or a society member or have similar experience in another role. You'll be outgoing and able to talk to other students and have some experience in organising student events.
How to apply:
To apply, download the SREAL Application Pack and complete both the online application form at this link, and the diversity monitoring online form here.
Interviews for this position will take place on Monday 12th October 2026.
If you would like to discuss the role, please email us at the address below:
📧 recruitment@uwsunion.org.uk
Please note we cannot accept CVs as part of the recruitment process.
Student Network Representatives 
Student Networks bring together students with shared identities, experiences and interests. As a Student Network Representative, you will help students connect, encourage them to get involved and ensure that the issues that matter to your Network are heard.
About the role:
We are looking for six network representatives for each of the following groups:
- Womens Network
- LGBTQIA+ Network
- Disabled Students Network
- Black and Ethnic Minority Network
- International Students Network
- Sustainability Network
Sucessfull candidates will work to build connections within their network and the students they represent as well as sitting on the Union's Executive Committee.
Who we're looking for:
These are appointed student representative positions rather than employed staff roles or elected officer positions. Representatives must reflect the collective views of their Network and not rely on their own experiences or opinions. You do not need previous representation experience. We are looking for students who understand the experience of the network they are applying to represent, can listen well, work well with others and want to make a positive difference. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
How to apply:
To apply, download the Networks Application Pack and complete both the application form and the diversity monitoring online form here. You should send the completed application form to the recruitment email address below.
Interviews for this position will take place on Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd October 2026.
You should email your completed applications to the address below.
📧 recruitment@uwsunion.org.uk
If you would like to discuss the role, please email us at the address above.
Please note we cannot accept CVs as part of the recruitment process.
About our Union
Our teams cover everything from student representation and democracy to events, digital content, volunteering, advice services and commercial operations. When we recruit, we look for people who care about students, understand the value of community, and want to make a real difference.
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Why work with us?
Working at UWS Students’ Union means:
- Supporting students to shape their university experience
- Being part of a committed team with a strong values base
- Opportunities to develop new skills and take on meaningful projects
- A friendly, supportive workplace that cares about wellbeing and inclusion
What it’s like to work at UWS Union?
Working for a Students Union is like no other job! There is never a dull moment in our sector and you will never have the same day twice. We care about the Students who are our members and we work with our partner institution to improve the student experience for them across all of UWS’s campuses.
We also care about our staff and strive to ensure that you feel supported in your role, have opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, are able to network with other professionals across the Student Union movement and have a chance to have a lot of fun along the way.
What’s in it for me?
In addition to having competitive salaries, we provide a number of benefits to our staff team including:
- Generous Annual Leave (including 2 weeks off at Christmas)
- Contributory Pension
- Flexible working opportunities
- Commitment to supporting your continued professional development
- Good working environment, friendly colleagues and lots of opportunities.
- NUS Totum discount card and access to Perks at Work
- 10% discount at our Student Union outlets
- Access to Health Assured employee assistance programme.
What to do next?
Follow the instructions for the role that you wish to apply for, and make sure that you send the relevant paperwork by the required deadline.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is made of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We particularly welcome applications from disabled candidates, black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Candidates and LGB, Trans and non-binary candidates.