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Our staff team is small but perfectly formed, working throughout the year to change the lives of students at UCB. All of our staff work with the same big goal – building an inclusive, open and vibrant student community here at UCB to give you an amazing experience while you’re studying, and all the skills and tools you need to get meaningful and fulfilling work once you head off into the big wide world!

Student Roles Available

Student Research and Community Assistants (2 Positions Available)
Student Research and Community Assistants – Job Description and SpecificationsDownload

Salary: £12.60 per hour + holiday pay
Hours: 2-4 hours per week
Contract Length: 2 months (preferred start date: WC 17/03/2025)
Closing Date: 03/03/2025
Interviews: 10/03/2025

Are you passionate about mental health and wellbeing? Do you want to make a difference in the student community at University College Birmingham? We’re looking for enthusiastic and dedicated students to join us as Student Research and Community Assistants!

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Community Engagement Coordinator to support research and campaigns aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing provisions at UCB. You’ll gather and analyse data, assist with events, and collaborate with student leaders to drive positive change. 

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Is a current UCB student (academic year 2024-25).
  • Has experience in project management, data collection, and analysis.
  • Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Is proactive, reliable, and passionate about supporting student wellbeing.

How to apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter (no longer than 2 A4 pages) to hamza@ucbguild.co.uk, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role.

If you have any questions or need reasonable adjustments, please contact hamza@ucbguild.co.uk.

Please apply by 03/03/2025. We look forward to receiving your application!


Staff Roles Available

We’re really proud to work with a dynamic team of individuals at the Guild. All staff are eligible for a range of perks including:

  • Enhanced sick leave
  • A matched pension scheme worth 10%-12% of earnings
  • An employee assistance programme
  • Tailor-made personal development packages

There are no staff roles currently available, but we invite you to contact us on guild.recruitment@ucb.ac.uk if you would like to register your interest in future roles at the Guild.